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Phoenix Noodle Co

550 S Central Ave, Phoenix 85004

Food Establishment - Food Production · Permit FD-02938

Score based on 6 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

1000602023202420252026Nov 16, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 5, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 6, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 1, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Sep 22, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jul 7, 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

Jul 7, 2026Routine2 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No food prep occurring at time of inspection.Facilities inspection conducted.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed 3 matured German cockroach carcasses in the noodle prep room and back dry storage area at time of inspection. Discussed active pest control procedures with PIC. PIC removed the carcasses and cleaned the area during inspection. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Inspector's notes

Many unnecessary personal items, including tools, used cardboard boxes and debris stored throughout the entire establishment. Personal food in all of the walk-in coolers. Old equipment and metal fixtures are scattered throughout the establishment. Please remove unnecessary items from the premises and store remaining personal items separate from equipment and food available for service. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter

Jun 8, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

Ineffective Visit - onsite

2025

Sep 22, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: installation of hood

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

Repeat Violation Lightbulb in left section of walk-in refrigerator not working. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Person in charge to get new light bulb soon. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Repeat Violation Observed several broken and missing ceiling tiles with evidence of roof leaks throughout facility. Raised and broken concrete on storage floor, creating large gaps and holes in floor, exposing rough aggregate. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

May 1, 2025Routine3 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: labels for spray bottles, storage of personal items

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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No food manager on duty during inspection. Person in charge to work on scheduling exam soon. 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 CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed several broken and missing ceiling tiles. Raised broken concrete on storage floor, creating large gaps in floor. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods 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. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Lightbulb in left section of walk-in refrigerator not working. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Person in charge to get new light bulb soon. 6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

2024

Nov 6, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: 3-compartment sink

Jan 5, 2024Routine1 coreA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: usage of pallets, dusting, location of items for bike repair shopNo County legal action will result from this inspection.There is no production of noodles at time of inspection. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM): Establishment does not have a current CFPM. Advised Person in Charge (PIC) that the PIC shall be the Certified Food Protection Manager, and per paragraph 2-101.11, and be present during all hours of operation. PIC stated they will obtain a Food Protection Manager certification as soon as possible. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATIONThe 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jenny Hom

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Remove all the unnecessary items throughout the establishment and maintain clean. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

2023

Nov 16, 2023Routine1 coreA°

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 conducted with RS #871.At this time, there is no production on noodles. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM): Establishment does not have a current CFPM. Advised Person in Charge (PIC) that the PIC shall be the Certified Food Protection Manager, and per paragraph 2-101.11, and be present during all hours of operation. PIC stated they will obtain a Food Protection Manager certification as soon as possible.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jenny Hom

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter.... Establishment has unnecessary items throughout establishment. Please maintain establishment free of unnecessary items and maintain clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Oct 26, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Arrived on site for routine inspection. Door locked, lights off. Called phone number on file. Unable to leave voicemail. Report sent to email. Establishment to reach out to provide updated days and time of operation.

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 →