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Angelo's Italian Ice

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1548 E Cocopah St, Phoenix 85034

Food Establishment - Food Production · Permit FD-03191

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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1000602023202420252026Aug 8, 2023 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Jan 30, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 22, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 17, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 20, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 5 core)Feb 18, 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 history6 on record

2026

Feb 18, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed and discussed: hand washing procedures. Provided Spanish Maricopa County Handouts: Handwashing

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

****4th CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION**** Certified Food Protection Manager not at establishment during the inspection. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat 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

2025

Aug 20, 2025Routine5 coreA

The establishment is preparing various gelato items that are distributed and wholesaled. Discussed with the PIC about about contacting the AZDA to obtain proper licensing and reviewed the Frozen Dessert guidance document. The information for AZDA can be found here- https://agriculture.az.gov/animals/animal-services-inspections/dairy-inspections/frozen-dessert-safetyPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

*THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat 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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* There are gaps along the sides of the bottom of the door that lifts up in the ware house area. Ensure that the openings to the outside are protected against the entrance of insects. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Ice cream scoop stored in standing water between uses. Ensure that in use food/ice-dispensing utensils are properly stored between uses to reduce potential contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

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

Inspector's notes

Excess ice buildup in freezer under the fan area on the right side. There is ice building up along the door area in the production room. PIC stated that the unit would be scheduled for maintenance/repair. Ensure that the equipment is maintained in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

There is a minor leak at the pipe under the wash compartment of the three compartment sink. Ensure that the plumbing is repaired. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Mar 17, 2025Routine2 coreA°

Establishment was not currently in production. Conducted a physical facility inspection. The PIC stated that the floor outside of the freezer is still in process of being repaired.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.The establishment is preparing various gelato items that are distributed and wholesaled. Discussed with the PIC about about contacting the AZDA to obtain proper licensing and provided the Frozen Dessert guidance document. The information for AZDA can be found here- https://agriculture.az.gov/animals/animal-services-inspections/dairy-inspections/frozen-dessert-safety

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat 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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

There is a gap along the bottom of the door that lifts up in the ware house area. Ensure that the openings to the outside are protected against the entrance of insects. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

2024

Jul 22, 2024Routine1 coreA

The establishment is preparing various gelato items that are distributed and wholesaled. Discussed with the PIC about about contacting the AZDA to obtain proper licensing and provided the Frozen Dessert guidance document. The information for AZDA can be found here- https://agriculture.az.gov/animals/animal-services-inspections/dairy-inspections/frozen-dessert-safetyPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections. 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

Jan 30, 2024Routine1 coreA

Discussed testing of chlorine sanitizer.No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. The inspection report was 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-181.Award: A,Signer: Eric Clark

#44 — Utensils, Equipment and Linens; Properly Stored, Dried, HandledCore4-903.11

Core-4-903.11(A), (B) and (D) , C: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing; Utensils, Equipment and Linens -- Boxes of gloves used in contact with food stored on wire shelving below and adjacent to various items that are not used for food production. Relocate gloves to an area reserved for food equipment and utensils. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Aug 8, 2023Routine1 foundation2 coreB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Please submit an application and plans for a remodel of the middle walk in cooler that has ceiling in severe disrepair-Plan Review-602.506.6824/esplanreview@maricopa.gov.Emailed the inspection report.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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: B,Signer: Dominic Carlin

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

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: 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.----No paper towels or hand drying device available at the hand wash sink in the front (women's) bathroom. PIC provided paper towels. Ensure that all hand wash sinks have paper towels or hand drying device available at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage---Multiple ice cream/ Italian ice scoops stored in standing water between uses. PIC removed the scoops to be cleaned. Ensure that in use utensils are stored in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist FOOD such as ice cream or mashed potatoes. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods---The ceiling in the middle walk in cooler is in significant disrepair and is bowing. A repair has attempted to be made with a board and the board is bowing. Ensure that the ceiling is repaired properly to a smooth and easily cleanable surface. The ceiling should have a surface that is smooth, durable, nonabsorbent and constructed of proper materials. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →