Yuliana's Mexican Food

2473 S Higley Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Inspectors have visited Yuliana's Mexican Food six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Nov 5, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

Across the inspection history, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among Gilbert restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 5, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No designated area for employee eating or drinking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored on top of the ice machine. Observed employee clothing, bags, and phones stored on shelves near dry food storage. PIC moved all items to a designated area to prevent contamination

6-403.11

Jul 11, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 corrected on site.

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a large container of green tomatillo salsa 47F and red tomato salsa 46F in the walk-in cooler prepared the night before. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Cooked TCS 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 hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Paper towels were not available in the restroom at the time of inspection. The person in charge placed paper towels at the handsink. Ensure handsinks are properly stocked at all times

6-301.12

Toxic materials not properly labeled (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two unlabeled spray bottles at the 3-compartment sink. The PIC indicated the contents are degreaser and properly labels the spray bottles at the time of inspection. Ensure al chemicals are properly labeled

7-101.11

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a large container of cooked diced potatoes measured at 127 F placed on a rack below the hot holding unit. The person in charge indicated the food was placed in that location for 30 minutes. The container of cooked potatoes was placed in the walk-in cooler to properly cool. Ensure TCS foods are cooled using an approved method either in shallow pans or in the walk in cooler

3-501.15(A)

Mar 18, 2025

Reinspection

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a tray on top of the handwashing sink. Employee moved tray at the time of inspection. Handwashing sink shall not be blocked to keep it accessible for hand washing

5-205.11

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a tray on top of the handwashing sink. Employee moved tray at the time of inspection. Handwashing sink shall not be blocked to keep it accessible for hand washing

5-205.11

Food thermometer not available or accessible

Inspector notes: Observed establishment had no probe thermometer for measuring food internal temperature. A thermometer shall be available to ensure food is held below 41 degrees Fahrenheit, above 135 degrees, and cooked to the proper temperatures

4-302.12

Nov 21, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 11, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yuliana's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yuliana's Mexican Food on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Yuliana's Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Yuliana's Mexican Food.

How does Yuliana's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Yuliana's Mexican Food most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Yuliana's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yuliana's Mexican Food have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yuliana's Mexican Food 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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