Maverick Saloon
B9605 N 19th Ave, Phoenix 85021
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-03488
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Inspection history6 on record
2026
Mar 4, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed consumer advisory requirements, checking dishwasher sanitizer concentration, maintaining freezers free of debris buildup, and storing chemicals beneath food and food contact surfaces with person in charge.
Inspector's notes
Observed vodka sauce in reach-in cooler with a date of preparation over one week prior to inspection. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety (RTE/TCS) foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day they were made as day 1). Discussed date marking requirements and practices with kitchen staff. Person in charge discarded vodka sauce at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed can of pesticide under three-compartment sink in kitchen. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. Person in charge removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
2025
Jul 14, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 31, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Aug 22, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed the reach in cooler in the back kitchen not maintaining TCS cold holding temperature and TCS foods with internal temperatures above 41F. Establishment does not operate kitchen, the kitchen and equipment is provided for use by an independent operator. Kitchen was not in operation and the person in charge obtained repair services for the reach in cooler at the time of inspection and observed reach in cooler maintain TCS cold holding temperature of less than 41F.
Inspector's notes
Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written procedures for cleaning bodily fluids. Provided the person in charge with bodily fluild plan guidance.
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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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. Predefined Comment: Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed build up of organic matter in the holsters of the soda guns behind the bar. Discussed surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not TCS food shall be cleaned: at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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. Addl Notes: Observed mechanical dishwasher behind the bar operate with less than 25ppm chlorine. The person in charge discontinued use of the dishwasher and place a work order for service.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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. Predefined Comment: PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to manual warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed live prohibited animals in the establishment at the dining tables next the the open bar at the time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge ive animals prohibited on premises of food establishment, with the exception of service animals. Live animals were removed from the establishment at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-501.115 - Priority Foundation: Prohibiting Animals
Inspector's notes
Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice bin siding lid behind the bar. The ice scoop food contact surface was in direct contact with the outside of the lid which was not a santizied food contact surface. The person in charge removed the ice scoop and placed a new ice scoop in a clean and sanitized container.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of debris and organic matter, under and around equipment behind the bar. Clean more frequently.
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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. 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Observed broken/missing wall panels behind the mechanical dishwasher and handwash sink at the bar. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Feb 15, 2024Routine1 priorityB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Note:Establishment is only operating the bar and not prepping or storing any TCS foods at the bar at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Darlene Valdez
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: 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. Observed mechanical dishwasher at the bar operating with 0ppm chlorine sanitizer. The person in charge place a work order for service at the time of inspection. Establishment has a three compartment sink that will be utilized for manual ware-washing until mechanical dishwasher has been serviced and is dispensing 50-100ppm chlorine sanitizer solution. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Sep 20, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 3 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Note: The kitchen is not being used at this time, no food storage or food prep for service is being done at this time. Only the bar is in service and no TCS foods are prepared or served at the bar. All dishware is being washed with the dishwasher at the bar. Priority Foundation-2-501.11, Pf: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsObserved no bodily fluid clean up kit or written policy for vomit and diarrheal events. Provided the person in charge with a bodily fluid plan guidance. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.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: Not Participating,Signer: Bianca Garcia
Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Observed the hand wash sink by the three compartment sink with empty soap dispenser and no other handwashing cleanser. 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. Observed both hand wash sinks by the three compartment sink and the ice machine with empty paper towel dispensers and no other hand drying provision. Discussed with the person in charge hand wash sinks must always be supplied and maintained with cleanser and hand drying provision. The person in charge re-supplied the hand wash sinks at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation Observed moist cloth next to sanitizer spray bottle at the bar counter not kept in a sanitizer solution. Moist cloths used for nonfood contact surfaces must be kept in an approved sanitizing solution. The person in charge made a chlorine sanitizer solution with 50- 100 ppm chlorine to store the wiping cloths between use. 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 →