Tortas El Guero
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
95
Score
Tortas El Guero has been inspected nine times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Tortas El Guero scores about where you'd expect for a Phoenix restaurant. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed several small holes in the hallway leading to the restroom, and within the employee restroom rendering the areas neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. Discussed repair timeline with PIC. PIC stated he will have them filled in by the end of the week. 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
6-501.11
95
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitization bay in 3 bay sink with chlorine concentrations in excess of 200ppm. PIC diluted sanitizer to within proper range. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Chlorine sanitization concentrations should be inside the 50-100ppm range
7-204.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dicer with visible dried food debris stored as clean. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked pork in a covered container in prep table cooler measuring 90F. PIC reports this pork was cooked within the hour and placed in the prep table to cool. PIC relocated container to walk in cooler and removed lid for rapid cooling. 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
3-501.15(B)
74
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 1/3 size pans of cooked meat cooling at 95-105 degrees Fahrenheit and a cambro-style container of cooked salsa cooling at 93 degrees. All items were located on metal prep tables at ambient temperature and had been cooling for less than 1 hour, prior to inspection per staff. 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. Person in charge (PIC) moved containers to walk-in refrigerator during inspection to cool rapidly - inspector verified temperatures
3-501.15(A)
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
Inspector notes: Observed several single-use food storage containers (e.g. a margarine container) re-used to store foods like chipotle peppers in adobo and pickled carrots and onions. Food storage containers should be constructed in a way that makes them smooth and durable enough to withstand repeated cleaning
4-101.11(B-E)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed significant buildup of grease on vertical baffles of ventilation hood above flat top grill. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues
4-602.13
82
Nov 26, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed excessive debris throughout kitchen on counters and equipment. Discussed increasing cleaning regimen
6-501.12
95
Nov 12, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 4, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 28, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient
Inspector notes: Observed bottle of milk stored inside the ice bin. Can not store personal items in the same bin that holds ice for consumption. Had PIC removed the bottle of milk and discard the ice in that area
3-303.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed live roach on the wall near the prep area. Discussed maintaining the establishment free of pests. A re-inspection will be conducted within 10 days to ensure a pest control plan is in place
6-501.111(C)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed excessive debris throughout kitchen on counters and equipment. Discussed increasing cleaning regimen
6-501.12
74
Jul 15, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed cups with no handles used as scoop in sugar bin. Ensure scoops with handles are used to prevent contamination from the hands. When storing scoops with handles, ensure handle is stored in an upright position. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tortas El Guero last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tortas El Guero on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tortas El Guero?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tortas El Guero.
How does Tortas El Guero compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Tortas El Guero most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Tortas El Guero's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tortas El Guero have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tortas El Guero 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 Tortas El Guero inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tortas El Guero is inspected around six times per year on average.
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