Tacos Huicho

1941 E Oak St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Food Catering

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Tacos Huicho has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Across the inspection history, “insect control devices, design and installation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Tacos Huicho on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler with a minimum ambient air temperature of 47.1'F and maintaining all TCS foods within the cooler above 41'F at time of inspection. PIC was able to have an HVAC specialist arrive on-site and fix the walk-in cooler during the inspection, such that all TCS foods within are maintained at or below 41'F at all times. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below

4-301.11

Oct 21, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Several containers of cooked meats were cooling in the walk-in cooler and were measured at 43 degrees F,, but had been cooled with plastic wrap on top and had a food depth of 5 inches. Do not cover hot TCS foods that are cooling until they have reached 41 degrees F, and do not exceed a food depth of 4 inches. Corrected by manager

3-501.15(B)

Aug 8, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 15, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 6, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

Inspector notes: Observed open insect control device stationed above food prep area in the dish pit. Person in charge stated insect control device will be moved to another area away from food prep and food contact surfaces. Discussed how insect control devices cannot be over food/food prep areas and that food and equipment must be protected from dead insects. 3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

6-202.13

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed red sanitizer bucket near cook line with chlorine concentration of 10ppm. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations (50-100ppm for chlorine). Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

3-304.14

Oct 7, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

Inspector notes: Observed insect control devices being stationed above dishware and other food contact surfaces in the dish pit. Observed insect control devices being stationed directly above sugar bin located near handwashing sink by cashier counter. Person in charge moved all items away from insect control devices at time of inspection. Discussed how insect control devices cannot be over food/food prep areas; protecting food and equipment from dead insects/insect fragments. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

6-202.13

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed red sanitizer bucket with chlorine concentration of higher than 200ppm. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations (50-100ppm for chlorine). Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection

3-304.14

Jul 3, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

Inspector notes: Observed insect control devices being stationed above raw vegetables (peppers) near the walk in cooler and above clean cooking/food utensils in the dish pit. Person in charge states they will correct that as soon as possible. Discussed how insect control devices cannot be over food/food prep areas; protecting food and equipment from dead insects/insect fragments

6-202.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos Huicho last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos Huicho on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos Huicho?

Across the inspection record, “insect control devices, design and installation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tacos Huicho.

How does Tacos Huicho compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Tacos Huicho most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Tacos Huicho's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos Huicho have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos Huicho means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Tacos Huicho inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos Huicho is inspected around four times per year on average.

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