American Legion
A715 S 2nd Ave, Phoenix 85003
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-01136
Score based on 10 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jun 24, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed datemarking procedures for tomato beverages, bloody mary mix.
2025
Jul 10, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed proper cooling methods; leave lids uncovered or loosely covered. PIC inquired about requirements for replacing walk-in. Provided information on remodel requirements and submittal prior to replacing walk-in unit.
Apr 24, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed datemarking requirements for RTE dairy items. Reviewed outer openings.
Jan 2, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed build-up of organic matter on interior plastic deflector of ice machine in the bar area of the back room. PIC burned down the ice and sanitized the plastic deflector at time of inspection. Ice machines must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter and mold. Discussed cleaning frequency with the PIC. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
2024
Nov 14, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed proper storage of tomato-based drinks.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple deep pans of cooked menudo in walk-in unit, measured 71-85'F. Cook stated food was made less than 2 hours prior. All TCS foods improperly cooled were reheated to 165°F to restart cooling process using approved cooling procedures. 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. Provided cooling guidance and proper cooling methods guidance via email. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
May 16, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Establishment states they cook states at time in their outside grill. Discussed approval from the county is needed for any outdoor cooking. Provide link to apply for a remodel. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Frank D.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Frank D.
Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring---Observed old pest droppings in the dry storage closet. Discussed the importance of removing/monitoring any pest activity. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-303.11, P: Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.---Observed a beer bottle being stored in the ice that is used for customer drinks. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of the beer and the ice the beer made contact with. Discussed the importance of not storing any drinks in the ice used for customer drinks to prevent any contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Mar 21, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Jessica B.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.Signer: Jessica Bolanos ,Award: Re-Inspection
Feb 28, 2024Routine2 foundationB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Jessica B.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jessica Bolanos
Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.---Observed 2 bottles of tomato cocktail (zing zang & clamato) being opened but not having a date marking. Employee did not know when they were opened and voluntarily disposed of them. Discussed how all time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be dated if kept past 24 hours and only kept for no more than 7 days (first day made/prepared/opened +6 days after). Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence---Observed a rodent being tapped in a glue trap near the entrance of the kitchen. Person in charge states they will get their pest control to come service the establishment as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of having a certified pest applicator come service the establishment to ensure no pest/rodents can contaminate any food. Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Nov 8, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed date marking procedures for tomato cocktails.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Brian S.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A,Signer: Brian Speese
Jul 26, 2023RoutinecleanA
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 inspectionInspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Signer: Brian S,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →