The Blue Fin
A1401 N Central Ave, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-02500
Score based on 9 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 retaking CFPM exam on/before expiration date. Discussed service animals, ADA, and pets.
Mar 23, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed limitations of prep table's cooling capabilities.
2025
Nov 4, 2025Routine1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed bodily fluid clean up procedures.
Inspector's notes
Observed wear exposing rough surface on wall behind three compartment sink.
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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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Jun 25, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with person in charge when to wash hands/change gloves and cooling.
Inspector's notes
Observed broken tiles that allow food and debris to get stuck. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Suggested filling in with cement or creating a slope to allow floor to be smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability
Mar 27, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed handwashing sink operation and maintenance.
Inspector's notes
Observed walk-in door in disrepair neither self-closing nor self-latching. Fix equipment to state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Discussed with PIC and kitchen staff to properly close walk-in door every time to ensure walk-in maintains cold ambient temperature. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
2024
Sep 10, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed containers of RTE food item (nori) stored in contact with cooked sushi rice in walk-in unit. PIC removed food containers from metal pan containing sushi rice at time of inspection. Food items shall be stored in proper manner to avoid food contact with equipment, utensils and linens. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-304.11 - Priority: Food Contact with Equipment and Utensils and Linens. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed flooring in kitchen area with tiles either missing or in disrepair. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability
May 6, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundationC°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.The RS # for the EHS accompanying during the inspection is #998Inspection report emailed.The prep sink next to a three compartment sink is being used to store clean dishes and the prep sink is directly plumbed to the sewer. Provide adequate separation between between the clean dishes and the bottom of the sink to prevent contamination in the event of a sewer backup.
Inspector's notes
Observed cook crack raw eggs with gloved hands and the cook proceeded to deglove and re-glove without washing hands in between. Advised PIC that hand washing must be done every time gloves are removed after handling raw eggs. Conduct training with staff on proper hand washing and when hand washing is required. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed a deli slicer with food debris stored behind a storage rack in the kitchen. Advised PIC the slicer must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized before storage to avoid contamination. The PIC stated the slicer was used up to 4 hours prior and the employee who cleans the slicer would not be back until the next morning. A scoop for the cooked rice was being stored on the cook line in an empty container with visible dry food on the scoop. Utensils used for ready to eat foods must be stored in a container of water at a temperature of 135°F or more and cleaned throughout the day at least every four hours. Conduct training with staff on cleaning frequency for food contact surfaces and utensils. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked chicken stored in the walk in without date marking on the container. The PIC stated the chicken was cooked and will be stored for more than 24 hours in the walk in. Advised PIC that date marking is required for RTE food that will be stored for more than 24 hours to ensure the food is disposed of within 7 days of preparation. Conduct training with staff on proper date marking for ready to eat foods. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: 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.
Feb 29, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Lynette Y. 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: Lynette Y.
2023
Nov 6, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Angelica C.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: Angelica Cruz
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 →