Taqueria Obregon
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
64
Score
Taqueria Obregon has been inspected nine times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 1, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up five times.
By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Taqueria Obregon on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 4 open style and homestyle rodent bait stations. All pest control services inside the permitted kitchen need to be from licensed pest control applicators. Also observed 2 large open glue rodent traps and rodent refill traps opened and in used. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC will remove all open style and homestyle rodent bait stations
7-206.12
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed at two separate hand sinks with no paper towels. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC stocked both hand sinks with paper towels. ===Hand sinks need to be stocked with paper towels at all times
6-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three large open style fly glue traps. Observed 4 live flies around the kitchen. Observed over 100 captured flies in unapproved open fly glue traps hanging from ceiling. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). All pest control inside the permitted kitchen needs to be from licensed pest control applicators. Directed PIC to remove open fly traps
6-501.111(C)
Condiments, Protection
Inspector notes: ****2nd Consecutive Violation**** Observed no sneeze guard on back open side of salsa bar. Notified Person In Charge (PIC)
3-306.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no Certified Food Protection Manager was present. Notified Person In Charge (PIC)
2-102.12(A)
64
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 4 open style and homestyle rodent bait stations. All pest control services inside the permitted kitchen need to be from licensed pest control applicators. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC will remove all open style and homestyle rodent bait stations
7-206.12
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed at two separate hand sinks with no paper towels. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC stocked both hand sinks with paper towels. ===Hand sinks need to be stocked with paper towels at all times
6-301.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: At time of inspection establishment was using three compartment sink with chlorine water mix concentration. At time of inspection Person In Charge could not provide chlorine sanitizer food test strips
4-302.14
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed over 100 captured flies on fly glue traps hanging from ceiling. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Please remove dead insects more regularly
6-501.112
Condiments, Protection
Inspector notes: ****2nd Consecutive Violation**** Observed no sneeze guard on back open side of salsa bar. Notified Person In Charge (PIC)
3-306.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no Certified Food Protection Manager was present. Notified Person In Charge (PIC)
2-102.12(A)
61
Dec 11, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs stored above salsas in reach-in refrigerator. The manager then moved the raw eggs to the bottom shelf in another refrigerator. Do not store raw eggs or meats above ready-to-eat foods
3-302.11(A1-2)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was a container of sugar without its lid in the storage area. The manager then covered the sugar. Maintain foods covered or closed when not in use
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop was stored inside the ice machine with the handle touching the ice. The manager then removed the ice scoop and stored it on its holder
3-304.12
78
Apr 16, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food on display not protected from contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked peppers and onions in open pans under a warming lamp on a countertop without protection via lids or sneeze guards. Customer self-service items shall be protected from contamination by guests. PIC moved containers of peppers and onions to flat top grill to correct during the inspection
3-306.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed al pastor pork cooked in covered metal pan temp at 95*F-100*F with pan being held at ambient temp. Person in charge stated that al pastor had been sitting in container for approximately 15 minutes at the beginning of inspection after cooking, within the parameters for proper cooling times and temperatures. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Pan of cooked pork was moved to a refrigeration unit to cool rapidly - inspector verified temperature
3-501.15(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager 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)
74
Oct 29, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager onsite during time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 18, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a Y-valve connection on mop sink faucet that has an AVB installed. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that Y-valves are not allowed and can add pressure to the AVB (atmospheric vacuum breaker), which can cause it to fail. PIC removed Y-valve at time of inspection
5-202.11(A)
Food on display not protected from contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chiles toreados and cebollas toreados (fried/ charred chilis and onions) at self-serve salad bar stored on outer part of salad bar where it is not protected by sneeze guard. Discussed with person in charge (PIC)that self-serve food items must be protected from consumers. PIC moved items to area protected area in salad bar
3-306.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chiles toreados (fried/ charred chilis) and cebollas toreados (fried/ charred onions) at salsa bar with internal temperature of 119*F to 130*F. At beginning of inspection, chilis and onions were over 140*F. Onions and chilis were being stored in metal container with no hot holding equipment. Person in charge stated that they keep them out until they run out, then make a new batch. Discussed with person in charge that time as a control may be a better option. Created time as a control (TAC) policy with person in charge and implemented policy immediately
3-501.16(A)(1)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in handwash sink by 3-comp sink. 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. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of cooked menudo in cold holding unit with no dates. Person in charge (PIC) stated that items were made on 10/13. PIC added dates to containers. 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)
3-501.17
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed middle and bottom parts of 4-door cold holding unit by soda cooler holding at a temperature of 48.2*F, measured with min/ max thermometer. 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
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager onsite during time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoops stored on soda syrup boxes by ice machine. Discussed with PIC that ice scoops should be stored in ice with the handle upwards or in a smooth and easily cleanable container that is washed, rinsed, and sanitized every 24 hours. PIC moved ice scoops to 3-comp sink to be cleaned
3-304.12
43
Jun 25, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Obregon last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Obregon on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Obregon?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Obregon.
How does Taqueria Obregon compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Taqueria Obregon most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Taqueria Obregon's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Obregon have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taqueria Obregon means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Taqueria Obregon inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Obregon is inspected around five times per year on average.
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