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3029 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85009

Food Establishment - Bakery · Permit FD-02649

Score based on 8 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

83
Good

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Sep 29, 2023 — Routine — score 35 (3 priority, 4 foundation, 0 core)Oct 10, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 24, 2024 — Routine — score 60 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)May 7, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 11, 2024 — Routine — score 82 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Apr 11, 2025 — Routine — score 68 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Nov 19, 2025 — Routine — score 82 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Apr 24, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Apr 24, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#6 — Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco UseCore2-401.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a personal drink located on a flour presser in the production area. Upon request, the employee's drink was relocated by the person in charge. Informed the person in charge to ensure personal drinks have a proper lid and straw and are stored in a designated area. Ensure to follow proper food separation at all times, to prevent cross-contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed a small leak in a water line that fed into a basin of a 3-compartment sink. The person in charge will place a work order to repair the leak. Ensure to maintain equipment in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

2025

Nov 19, 2025Routine1 priority3 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.*Discussed/reviewed labeling of chemical bottles*

#6 — Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco UseCore2-401.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two employees actively eating menudo in the middle of the production area. The employees voluntarily relocated to the corner of the facility. Informed the person in charge to ensure employees have a designated area to drink & eat. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two personal water bottles stored in a refrigerator rack above wrapped butter packages, also observed a container of menudo and a jack in the box bag in a refrigerator rack stored above packages of wrapped butter and and sheet tray holding ready to eat bread. Upon request all personal food items and drinks were relocated to a designated area. Please ensure to follow proper food separation at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two packages of corn tortillas that were personal food items located on the prep table used to bake bread in the back corner of the facility. The person in charge relocated the personal food items and sanitized the area. Please ensure to prevent sources of miscellaneous contamination at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed food debris and residue in the stainless steel racks used to bake bread and also in a light near the 3-compartment sink. Per the person in charge, the specified items will be cleaned. Please ensure that the physical facility is kept clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd consecutive violation.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Apr 11, 2025Routine2 priority2 coreC

No County legal action will result from this inspection.*Discussed/reviewed storage of personal drinks & the use of measuring devices/test strips for chemical sanitizers*

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed an employee handle ready to eat bread loaves, then proceed to handle money from a customer, and return to handling ready to eat bread loaves, without washing hands or switching gloves. Instructed employee to remove glove and wash hands whenever a change of task occurs, or gloves become contaminated. Please ensure to follow proper handwashing procedures at all times. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-209.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed an open package of an employee's medicine stored directly on top of equipment used for bread production. In a second instance observed an employee's sock containing medicinal ointment located on the prep table near the back exit door. Instructed the person in charge to ensure medicines are stored in a designated area. All medicines must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. All medicines were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals Addl Notes: During inspection observed an employee make two sanitizer buckets with a chlorine concentration of 200ppm, in two instances. Upon request the sanitizer buckets were remade to establish a chlorine concentration of 50ppm to 100ppm. Please ensure to use chemicals at the appropriate chemical concentration. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-209.11 - Core: Storage-Other Personal Care Items

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed food debris and residue around multiple (more than 3) oven racks used for baking. Per the person in charge the specified equipment will be cleaned. Please ensure equipment & non-food contact are kept clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed food debris/residue in the ceiling of the facility, in addition to food debris/residue present along vent covers and lights. Informed the person in charge to ensure they cleaned and removed food debris/residue. Please ensure to maintain floor, walls, and ceilings clean at all times. 1st consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: During inspection observed small breaks and gaps in the ceiling located above the production area.In a second instance observed gaps and cracks in the wall located near the door frame of the back exit door. Informed the person in charge to ensure they repair and breaks or gaps located in the ceiling throughout the facility. Please ensure to maintain the physical facility in good repair at all times. 1st consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2024

Dec 11, 2024Routine1 priority3 coreB

Inspection report provided via printoutNo County legal action will result from this inspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

During the inspection observed an employee actively washing utensils, and containers with 0ppm of chlorine in the sanitizer basin. Upon request the utensils, and containers were rewashed, rinsed and sanitized once a chlorine concentration of 100ppm was established. Please ensure ware washing is conducted with sanitizer at the appropriate chemical concentration. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-602.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection in the retail display observed multiple pre-assembled & packaged tortillas without labels. The products were for retail distribution and were removed from the labeled box in which they were recieved. Please ensure your labels reflect the basic requirements: 1) Name of Product; 2) Processor Name; 3)Processor Address or Phone Number; 4) Ingredients (and allergens); 5) Approximate Weight; 6) In English). Please ensure any additional consumer handling/safety is present as well such as: use-by or best-by date. Please provide labels for your packaged products prior to your next inspection or distribute items in previously labeled boxes. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-602.11 (A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D) - Core: Food Labels

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed food debris/residue in the ceiling of the facility, in addition to food debris/residue present along vent covers and lights. Informed the person in charge to ensure they cleaned and removed food debris/residue. Please ensure to maintain floor, walls, and ceilings clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: During inspection observed small breaks and gaps in the ceiling located above the production area. Informed the person in charge to ensure they repair and breaks or gaps located in the ceiling throughout the facility. Please ensure to maintain the physical facility in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed missing linear light bulbs and some that were non-operational . Informed the person in charge to please provide or replace light bulbs and ensure they are operational at all times. Please ensure the food establishment has adequate and sufficient lighting during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

May 7, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via printout; confirmed delivery onsite*The food establishment no longer has flies due to cleaning as well as maintaining outer openings closed*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.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: A. Nidey Albores

Apr 24, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundationC°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email & printout; confirmed delivery onsite*Discussed/reviewed handwashing duration & where to wash**Discussed/reviewed ware washing procedures*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 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Ana B. Antonio

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals--During inspection observed sanitizer bucket to contain a chlorine concentration of 200 ppm. Upon request person in charge remade chemical solution to establish a chlorine concentration of 50 ppm to 100 ppm in sanitizer bucket. Please ensure to use and maintain chemical sanitizers at the appropriate concentration at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence ---During inspection observed multiple flies in the bread packaging area (more than 5). Ensure establishment is maintained free of pest at all times. A re-inspection will occur for this violation in 10 business days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#1 — Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs DutiesPriority foundation2-102.11

Priority Foundation-2-102.11(A), B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16), Pf: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge---No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present or available during inspection while multiple Priority violations were observed. Person in charge was unable to answer thermometer calibration or ware washing procedures, or cold holding and hot holding temperatures during inspection. Please have a CFPM present in the establishment during all operational hours. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: 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.--During inspection observed an employee use the restroom, then proceed to run faucets and grab handles of 3-compartment sink; without washing hands. Informed employee to wash hands at handwashing station when a change of task occurs and to ensure faucets and handles were cleaned and sanitized. In a second instance observed an employee handle money then put on gloves prior to packaging bread and handle oven racks. Informed employee to remove gloves and wash hands at the handwashing sink prior to donning gloves for packaging bread or handling oven racks. Please ensure to follow proper handwashing procedures at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Oct 10, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsite*The establishment has obtained a food probing thermometer**MCESD Food safety resources folder provided*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.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Leticia F.

Sep 29, 2023Routine3 priority4 foundationD°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 3 Priority, 4 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email;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.Award: Not Participating,Email Sent: CHECKED,Request Notes: Hold for Review,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Leticia F.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.--During inspection observed the soap dispenser located in the handwashing sink basin. The soap dispenser was removed to allow for handwashing. In a second instance the soap dispenser was then relocated into the handwashing sink basin by an employee. The soap dispenser was removed again to allow for handwashing. Please ensure handwashing stations are readily accessible and available for use at all times Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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.---During inspection observed 4 containers of milk, 3 boxed of raw eggs and 2 containers of butter with an internal temperature of of 56-57*F stored in the reach in refrigerator. The ambient temperature of the reach in refrigerator was 58*F. Per the person in charge the items had been in the unit for approximately 3 hours. The operator proceeded to relocate the 4 containers of milk, 3 boxed of raw eggs and 2 containers of butter to the freezer, to re-establish a temperature of 41*F. The TCS items were re-probed 30 minutes later to verify a temperature of 41*F had been re-established. Please ensure all TCS food items are held at 41*F or below at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-201.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11, P: Separation-Storage--During inspection observed two cans of degreaser/oven cleaner along with mechanical equipment stored in an slotted-dry storage rack above two open bags of sugar. Upon request the two cans of degreaser/oven cleaner & the mechanical equipment was relocated to a designated area. Please ensure to properly store chemicals at all times to prevent prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers--During inspection observed an unlabeled chemical spray bottle located near 3-compartment sink. The person in charge stated item was degreaser and upon request the chemical spray bottle was labeled as degreaser. Please ensure to have all chemicals properly labeled and identified at all times. Core-7-209.11, C: Storage-Other Personal Care Items---During inspection observed an employee storing his wallet & keys on cloths using for the productions. In a second instance observed a shelf-stable container of advil stored among cans & dry ingredients used in production. Upon request all items were relocated to a designated storage item; the wiping cloths were placed in the soiled cloths container. Please ensure employees store their personal care items in a locker or other suitable facility. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: 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.--During inspection the reach in refrigerator unit of the facility was observed to have an ambient temperature of 58*F. The reach in refrigerator was observed to hold TCS items such as milk, raw eggs, & butter with internal temperatures of 56*F-57*F. A work order was submitted at the time of inspection by the Manager; the TCS items were relocated to the freezer during the inspection. The unit was serviced at the time of the inspection & re-established an ambient temperature of 41*F. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Priority Foundation-4-302.12, Pf: Food Temperature Measuring Devices--Establishment did not have a food probing thermometer at the time of inspection. Please ensure a food probing thermometer is at the establishment at all times to facilitate use. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority4-101.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-101.11 (A), P: Characteristics-Multiuse; Safe--During inspection in storage racks of freezer observed dough (approx. 6 pounds) stored in two nonfood grade "Thank you" bags (with red lettering). Upon request the dough was relocated to food grade clear plastic bags. Please ensure to use food grade items & equipment with at all items. Core-4-101.19, C: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces-During inspection observed a dolly with plywood used to carry bags of lard. Informed the person in charge that plywood can not be used on equipment and/or non-food contact surfaces; to ensure to use equipment that is smooth, food grade, nonabsorbent & easily cleanable. 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: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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 →