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3821 N 3rd St, Phoenix 85012

Food Establishment - Daycare Food Service · Permit FD-01996

Score based on 11 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 16, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 15, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 27, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 24, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 2, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Apr 3, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 22, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 24, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 25, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 22, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 7, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Jul 7, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed use-limitations for raw shelled eggs with PIC. Ensure all raw shelled eggs on-site are fully cooked(hard-boiled), used for baking, or staff only.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a valid certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM onsite by next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Apr 22, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.

2025

Nov 25, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed minor facility maintenance and manager certification requirements

Jul 24, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, reach in refrigerator holding an ambient temperature of 41.7 *F and holding food at an internal temperature of 37*F. Violation 33 corrected. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: commercial equipment

Jul 22, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Re-inspection for reach in refrigerator to occur by 8/1/2025. No temperature-controlled foods to be held in unit until an ambient temperature of 41*F or below can be maintained. Establishment to provide shelf stable menus through re-inspection date via email by 7/23/2025.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed yogurt, milk, shredded cheese, cut cantaloupe, and sliced cheese in reach in refrigerator with an internal temperature of 47-50*F. Person in charge unable to determine when foods were last at 41*F. Person in charge had employee discard of foods. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Reach-in refrigerator with an ambient temperature of 53*F. Person in charge placed a work order and will send shelf stable menus for the remaining of the week. No temperature-controlled foods to be stored in unit until an ambient temperature of 41*F or below can be maintained. Re-inspection to occur by 8/1/2025. 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below.

Apr 3, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: spray bottles, sanitizer strength, usage of pitchers and maintenance to wall

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-502.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Thermometer in reach in refrigerator unable to clearly read temperatures. Unit holding an ambient temperature of 48*F. Delivery was just received. Unit fan blocked by foods received from delivery and food tightly stacked. Unit able to reach a temperature of 41*F after removing foods from fan and creating proper air flow. Person in charge to order new thermometers. 4-502.11(A) and (C) - Core: Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices

2024

Oct 2, 2024Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: sanitizer strength and spray bottle labels

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation No person on duty with a food manager certification. Person in charge stated exams will be scheduled soon. FOURTH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed wall at staff refrigerator with outer coating cracking, causing a rough surface. Ceiling fan with an accumulation of dust. All areas must be smooth and free of dust and debris. Person in charge stated they will place a work order and dust fan. 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Jul 24, 2024Routine1 coreA

Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Continued building maintenance, Sanitizer strength and usage of test stripsPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Mar 27, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerAt least one person on duty at all times is required to be present with a food manager certification. Obtain food manager certification by next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATIONDiscussed establishment procedures regarding: location of food storage, dish rack, thermometer, continued building maintenanceNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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-Request-Form-181Award: A,Signer: Sophia Martinez

2023

Nov 15, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerAt least one person on duty at all times is required to be present with a food manager certification. Obtain food manager certification by next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATIONDiscussed establishment procedures regarding: restrictions for unpasteurized eggs, date marking, commercial equipment, serving/cooking utensils, building maintenance, sponge use limitation, storage of staff foodNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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-Request-Form-181Award: A,Signer: Sophia Martinez

Aug 16, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerAt least one person on duty at all times is required to be present with a food manager certification. Obtain food manager certification by next routine inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: refrigerator thermometer, building maintenance, cleaning frequency of cabinets, commercial equipmentNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824Award: A,Signer: Donna Venditto

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 →