Tacos Los Vales

310 S 4th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Tacos Los Vales has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on Feb 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked pork and cooked beef in a hot well measuring 115-125F. PIC reports hot well has been having some issues overheating/underheating. PIC reports TCS foods in hot well were stocked less than 2 hours prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above

3-501.16(A)(1)

Aug 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed carne asada in hotholding unit measured 117-130'F. PIC stated food item was reheated for hotholding at 7:30 AM, almost 2 hours prior and held for hot-holding but could not confirm if item was reheated to 165'F. Reviewed proper reheating temperatures and processes. Food item was reheated 165'F at time of inspection. TCS food items prepared onsite and reheated for hot holding must be rapidly reheated to 165°F within 2 hours prior to hot holding

3-403.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager present on-site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos Los Vales last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos Los Vales on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Tacos Los Vales compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Tacos Los Vales most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Tacos Los Vales' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos Los Vales have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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