Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa eight times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “shellstock, maintaining identification”, showing up four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of cooked beans date marked 9/22, cooked shrimp soup date marked 9/17, and cooked birria date marked 9/21, all past 7 days in the walk-in cooler. The person in charge discarded the food items at the time of inspection
3-501.18
Shellstock, Maintaining Identification
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed oysters stored in plastic bin with no shellstock tags, observed shellstock tags not stored in chronological order and missing date marks of last sold. Shellstock tags or labels shall remain attached to the container in which the Shellstock are received until the container is empty. The date when the last Shellstock from container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. Maintain and retain tags for 90 calendar days from date recorded on tag or label using an approved record keeping system that keeps records in a chronological order. Oysters with no shellstock tags were embargoed at the time of inspection
3-203.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed packaged raw shelled eggs stored over open containers of cooked read to eat food items in the walk-in cooler. The person in charge moved the raw shelled eggs to the bottom shelf
3-302.11(A3-8)
Molluscan Shellfish, Original Container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed oysters stored submerged in undrained water in an unlabled plastic bin. Molluscan shellfish may not be removed from the container in which they are received other than immediately before sale or preparation for service. Shellstock must not be stored in an unlabeled bin in a walk in cooler. Shellstock must not be stored in un-drained ice, in water. The person in charge discarded the oysters at the time of inspection
3-203.11
67
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed various flies in kitchen prep area at time of inspection. Multiple insect controlling devices are in place throughout kitchen. Please continue to monitor excess fly activity and consider adding more pest controlling devices in facility. All devices/methods must not be directly above any food preparation/storage area
6-501.111(A-B,D)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed missing ceiling tile above 3 compartment sink at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) states ceiling tile recently broke due to rain damage. PIC is in process of repairing. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-101.11
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Observed missing protective plastic cover over various light bulbs in kitchen area. Explained to PIC that light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. PIC has purchased protective covers and will replace within next days
6-202.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: ***3rd Consecutive Violation*** Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present 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)
82
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rice hot holding at 108*-118*F at time of inspection. PIC states the items were reheated about 30 minutes before inspection. Explained to PIC that except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Shellstock, Maintaining Identification
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ***3rd Consecutive Violation*** Observed shellstock tags without the date indicating when the last Shellstock from container was sold. Tags present only stated "February", but no numerical day listed. The date when the last Shellstock from container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label before storing away with other tags. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. PIC will write numerical date with month and day number on tags pertaining to the open boxes in walk in once last shell stock is sold
3-203.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: ***2nd Consecutive Violation*** Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present 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)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of cooked time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods with no lid or saran wrap at time of inspection. Explained to PIC that foods must be covered to protect from any possible contamination, whether tightly fitted lids or saran wrap or aluminum foil. Place lids on TCS foods after items have cooled down
3-302.11(A3-8)
70
Nov 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers of the following cooked items including chicharron dated 10/29 & 11/4, beans dated 11/5, nacho cheese dated 11/2, pozole dated 11/5, salsa 7 mares dated 11/2, caldo 7 mares dated 11/2, consome dated 11/1, and caldo de camaron dated 11/3 in the walk in at time of inspection. PIC confirmed the dates are when the items are cooked. Explained to PIC that RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection
3-501.18
Shellstock, Maintaining Identification
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed shellstock tags without the date indicating when the last Shellstock from container was sold. The date when the last Shellstock from container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label before storing away with other tags. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. PIC will write date on the label of the currently open container of oysters in the walk in
3-203.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present 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)
74
Sep 5, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods with date of 7/27 in the walk in: cooked caldo de cabeza, al pastor marinade. Observed cooked salsa de chile dated 8/6 and cooked potato, cooked chicken breast, cooked pata (feet), and cooked beans with date of 8/10. Also observed nacho cheese dated 8/11 in the walk in at time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection
3-501.18
Shellstock, Maintaining Identification
Inspector notes: Observed no shellstock tags from previous oyster boxes at the facility at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) states they usually do have the tags located in a bag in the kitchen but were unable to locate at time of inspection. The only open box of oysters had its tag at time of inspection. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. Please provide tags associated with the last 90 days of sold oysters prior to re-inspection
3-203.12
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed both handwashing sink in kitchen and bar area with broken "hot" water turning knobs at time of inspection. "Cold" water valve provided max of 85-90*F at handwashing sink in kitchen and bar at time of inspection. Hot water at 100*F was available at other sinks in the facility at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing
5-202.12(A)
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa?
Across the inspection record, “shellstock, maintaining identification” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa.
How does Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tacos Y Mariscos Sinaloa 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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