Vaqueros Carne Asada #2
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations, every shift and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed backdoor propped open and air-curtain not functioning. Discussed with PIC that outer opening needs to be protected to prevent pests from entering facility
6-202.15
90
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked pork made overnight and refrigerated, temperature reading at 59F, PIC voluntarily discarded food. Discussed with PIC cooling method requires foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling
3-501.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed time-as-control pans of taquitos placed on shelf above steam table of hot holding food and crumbs of taquitos falling into food. Discussed with PIC that needs to prevent cross-contamination of time-as-control foods with food that is being held at temp-as-control. Food that are not being held for temp-as-control and exceed 4 hours must be discarded
3-307.11
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms
5-501.17
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of dirt and dust debris on kitchen door and restroom door. Discussed with PIC that physical facility requires to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of dust and dust debris
6-501.12
70
Aug 18, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed delivery of beef cases and avocado cases on floor. Discussed with PIC that all deliveries need to be place 6 in off ground
3-305.11
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed no covered waste receptacle in unisex restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms
5-501.17
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed torn and missing plastic curtain in walk-in cooler. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be in good repair
6-501.11
86
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a pan of beef taquitos and a pan of beef tacos on shelf above steam table at 56F. Discussed with PIC that TCS food must be held at 135F and above and that TCS foods using Time Temp Control must be documented
3-501.16(A)(1)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed eight boxes of beef delivery being place in back storeroom on floor. Discussed with PIC that all deliveries still need to be placed 6 inches above the floor
3-305.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed door to kitchen is falling off the hinges and unable to open and close properly. Discussed with PIC that physical facility must be in good repair at all times
6-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that need one employee with CFPM on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
74
Oct 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several dishes soaking in the sanitizer section of 3 compartment sink, chlorine-based sanitizer in 3-compartment sink was at 0ppm. PIC had employee re-make sanitizer at appropriate range (50-100ppm) and re wash in appropriate sanitizer at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC importance of checking chlorine sanitizer for proper sanitization
4-501.114(A-E)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed gap at the bottom of backdoor leading outside, discussed with PIC that outer openings shall be protected against the entry of insets and rodents. Please replace or repair prior to next inspection
6-202.15
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed various containers of raw meat, eggs, and box of pineapples stored directly on floor of walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Items were moved to shelves at time of inspection
3-305.11
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vaqueros Carne Asada #2?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Vaqueros Carne Asada #2.
How does Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Vaqueros Carne Asada #2's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 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 Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vaqueros Carne Asada #2 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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