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8249 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix 85033

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-02994

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

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 26, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 9, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 21, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 12, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jul 22, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Jul 23, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 27, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 15, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Jul 15, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

Feb 27, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Jul 23, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Person in charge had the drain at the 3-comparment sink cleared by a plumber. Water was run at the 3-compartment sink and was observed to be draining normally. Water was run at the mop sink and was observed to be draining normally.

Jul 22, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking for hot dogs.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

During active food prep in the kitchen area, observed no paper towels available at the handwashing sink. Sink was also partially blocked with containers of food and rags. Person in charge promptly refilled the empty paper towel dispenser and removed the items from around the handwashing sink. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed drain at the 3-compartment sink that was clogged. Water was not draining or was draining extremely slowly. Discussed with person in charge to seek plumbing services to clear the drain at the 3-compartment sink. Person in charge reached out to a plumber to service the drain and anticipates the plumber arriving today. Advised PIC not to use the 3-compartment sink until the clog is cleared. PIC has other clean dishes and utensils in storage that can be utilized in the meantime. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair plumbing to a state of good repair. a 24-hour re-inspection will occur on 07/23/2025 for the clogged drain at the 3-compartment sink. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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

Mar 12, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed soda fountain nozzles.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Please ensure that there is at least one person present during all hours of operation with a certified food protection manager (CFPM) certificate. Discussed with person in charge to acquire their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed heavy buildup inside some of the floor drains in the establishment. Discussed with person in charge to clean the floor drains on a more frequent basis to minimize the accumulation of organic matter and other food debris and soils in the floor drains.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2024

Aug 21, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Please ensure that a person with a certified food protection manager certification is present during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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 9, 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.Emailed report to person in charge (PIC).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.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Embargo Lbs: 0,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Maria P.

2023

Sep 26, 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 violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email. Hot food equipment not in use at the time of inspection. 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-RequestForm-181.Signer: Maria P.,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating

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 →