La Sonorense
A5403 S Central Ave, Phoenix 85040
Food Establishment - Food Production · Permit FD-00350
Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history7 on record
2026
Apr 22, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Oct 8, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 22, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.The facility has corrected all previously documented violations. They have also ensured that their air curtain remains on during production hours and have reduced/eliminated outer openings.
Apr 11, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed multiple flies (more than 15) located throughout the production area. Please ensure that establishment is maintained free of all pest at all times. Re-inspection will occur for this violation in 10 business days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Inspector's notes
During inspection, a hole was observed in the ceiling located next to the camera in the southeast corner of the production area. Per the person in charge, the specified area will be cleaned. Please ensure that the physical facility is maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
2024
Dec 10, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 25, 2024Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email & printout; confirmed delivery onsite On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Signer: Ana Gutierrez,Award: A
Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing---During inspection observed the silicon lining of the 3-compartment sink to have gaps/breaks. The person in charge stated they will re-caulk/re-seal silicon lining. Ensure all sealed lining are well maintained, smooth and easily cleanable. Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment--During inspection observed an electrical box partially hanging from the ceiling above the production area. The person in charge will reinforce the electrical box to the ceiling. Please ensure to maintain equipment in good repair at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed---During inspection observed cove bases to be falling apart throughout the walls located in the production area. Per person in charge the cove base will be provided in the walls located in the production area. Ensure to provide cove base in the walls to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods--During inspection observed small holes in the walls/FRP around the door gates in the production area. Person in charge stated they will repair the small holes in walls/FRP. Please ensure to maintain physical facility in good repair at all times. Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability--During inspection observed the wall & the frames around the door gate to contain exposed wood. The person in charge stated the specified areas will be covered, and sealed. Please ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Sep 28, 2023Routine3 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--No certified food manager onsite or available for establishment at time ofinspection. Please ensure to have a certified food manager onsite at all times. 1st consecutive violation.*Observed cleaning phase for the production cycle*Inspection report provided via printout; confirmed delivery onsiteOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Review Notes: QA,Review Complete: CHECKED,Award: A,Signer: Maria Saucedo
Core-4-101.19, C: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces-During inspection observed a piece of carboard used to hold together a portion of the ventilation system. Informed the person in charge that cardboard can not be used on equipment and/or non-food contact surfaces; to ensure ventilation system is fully patched or replaced. Please ensure nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning are constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-202.14, C: Toilet Rooms, Enclosed--During inspection observed the restroom door partially open & without a self-closing latch. Informed person in charge to provide a self-closing latch on the door. Please ensure the toilet room located on the premises is completely enclosed and is provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed---During inspection observed cove bases to be falling apart throughout the walls located in the production area. Per person in charge the cove base will be provided in the walls located in the production area. Ensure to provide cove base in the walls to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods--During inspection observed small holes in the walls/FRP around the door gates in the production area. Person in charge stated they will repair the small holes in walls/FRP. Please ensure to maintain physical facility in good repair at all times. Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability--During inspection observed the wall & the frames around the door gate near the restroom to contain exposed wood. The restroom also has walls with exposed brick. Person in charge stated the specified areas will be covered, and sealed. Please ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions---During inspection observed build of food debris/grease located on the ceiling of the production area. Person in charge stated the specified areas would be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain physical facility clean at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st
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