Ray's Pizza
C14545 W Grand Ave, Surprise 85374
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-04113
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Inspection history6 on record
2026
Apr 15, 2026Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed TAC requirements, food storage, warewashing, and time as a control policy with PIC.
Inspector's notes
Observed an employee washing dishes in three-compartment without sanitizing dishware. When asked how they wash dishes, employee stated they usually wash, rinse, then place to air dry. Educated PIC that food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. When asked for sanitizer, PIC was unable to provide a sanitizer at time of inspection. PIC sent an employee to purchase sanitizer at time of inspection. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a container of raw garlic in oil on a counter top with an internal temperature of 77*F. Internal temperature registered with an internal probe thermometer. Per PIC the container was left out overnight. Educated PIC that garlic in oil is a TCS food item and is required to be kept under cold holding, hot holding, or under time as a control. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed containers with RTE/TCS food that was prepared 1 day prior to inspection, in refrigeration units, without a date mark. Educated PIC that all RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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 excessive food debris, grease, and grime accumulation along the floors, walls, and undercounter areas. 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. Second consecutive violation. Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Aug 5, 2025Routine4 coreA
note: facility does not have:--designated food preparation sink;--hand wash sink in food preparation areaPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - hand drying provisions);--Proper Date Marking and Disposition (i.e. - lasagna, pasta, etc...)--Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records (i.e. - pizza)___________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM on site during operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
Soda fountain nozzles found with residue buildup on interior of surfaces.
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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: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Clean non-TCS food contact surfaces at a frequency to prevent buildup. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Interiors of refrigeration equipment (i.e. - draft beer, freezer, food preparation coolers) have buildup of residues and/or condensation.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Several cracked floor tiles found in food preparation area.
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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability 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 13, 2025Routine4 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed the prepping and sanitizing procedures at the sanitizer compartment of the three compartment sink. Procedures may be required to change if a future violation is documented.
Inspector's notes
No certified food manager on site during operation hours. 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
Inspector's notes
No signage designating the sink as a hand washing sink. Provide signage prior to next inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-301.14 - Core: Handwashing Signage. 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.
Inspector's notes
Shelves inside the walk-in are covered in food debris and need to be cleaned. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Second consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Inspector's notes
Observed heavy soil build up on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Ensure it is cleaned at a frequency to prevent the buildup of soil accumulation. 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.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2024
Jul 31, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked lasagna, cheese, and sliced deli meats holding in the walk-in cooler without a date mark. PIC stated that the items were cooked or prepared 2-3 days ago. PIC put date mark on the items at time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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
Shelves inside the walk-in are covered in food debris and need to be cleaned. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Jan 18, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.E-mailed inspection report.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: A,Signer: Ajro Garenca
2023
Jul 25, 2023RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.E-mailed inspection report.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.Signer: Lavderim Garenca,Award: A
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 →