Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2024, Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited five times.
By comparison, the average Chandler facility scores 95, putting Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed meat slicer that is not food grade and surfaces that are difficult to clean. Discussed ensuring that the use of the meat slicer is discontinued and replaced with a food safe version. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Observed cutting boards that had an excess of scratches and scores. Discussed sanding or replacing cutting boards. Discussed replacing chipped and damaged ceramic cups used for the cafe de olla. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Person in charge discarded damaged cutting boards and cups
4-202.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed beans in the cooling process in a deep and thick plastic container measuring from 61-137*F placed in the walk-in unit roughly an hour prior. Discussed improvements to the cooling methods such as cooling items in shallow, metal pans on the speed rack. 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) instructed kitchen staff to transfer beans to shallow pans
3-501.15(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager (CFPM) present during the 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)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored in pan full of water measuring 79-81*F. Discussed keeping metal pan on or near grill to ensure that water is >135*F. 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
74
Dec 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment ran out of chlorine sanitizer this morning. No sanitizer available at establishment. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Staff went to store to purchase sanitizer at time of inspection. Sanitizer concentration measured at 50ppm
4-501.114(A-E)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager onsite 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
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food obtained from unapproved source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed beef jerky being sold with no labels at the front register. Person in charge does not have invoice showing supplier. All food must be obtained from an approved source as defined by law. All food from unapproved source was discarded at time of inspection
3-201.11(A-B)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager onsite 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
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of rolled chicken tacos with a date mark of 02/28. Person in charge stated items were made 03/9. PIC updated label with correct dates. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager observed onsite 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)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two metal containers of shredded lettuce on the floor of the walk in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. PIC relocated food to shelving
3-305.11
82
Nov 4, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers of crema used for fresas con crema consisting of condensed milk and evaporated milk with no date mark at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) stated that the crema mixture was made on Saturday, 2 days before inspection. 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 were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) 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)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloth bucket by the register with less than 50PPM at time of inspection. Explained to PIC that all wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. The required chlorine concentration necessary is 50-100PPM. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spoon utensil used for cooked rice in a container of water with a temperature of 96*F. Explained to PIC that 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 in a dry, clean container
3-304.12
78
Aug 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1.
How does Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 compare to other restaurants in Chandler?
Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.
Has Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 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 Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tradiciones Mexican Grill # 1 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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