Red Devil Italian Restaurant
A208 W Southern Ave, Tempe 85282
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-04138
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Apr 2, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC 1) when using include water into the ice baths for maintaining TCS foods at 41*F or less. 2) protect clean equipment from prep debris by covering with a food grade bag or food grade plastic wrap. 3) all raw meat cooked in house and frozen shall be date marked within 24 hours.
Inspector's notes
Observed several single use containers with warn off labels being reused to hold several different foods, sauces and dried foods. Also observed several of the single use containers stored directly on the ground in the walk-in. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) single-use food containers are intended for single-use and are not designed be re-used for storage of food. Discussed to line the containers with a food grade bag or replace with containers designed to be reused. Discard containers when they are cracked broken or no longer able to be cleaned. Also discussed that all food, clean linens and equipment shall be stored 6 inches off the ground to prevent contamination. PIC relocated all foods that were stored on the ground. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-502.13(A) - Core: Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations
Inspector's notes
Observed several cutting boards with dark black deep grooves. Discussed with PIC All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Discussed to clean, resurface or replace the cutting boards prior to next inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces
2025
Nov 24, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with PIC about proper storage locations for employees personal & food items at time of inspection. Reviewed proper dishwashing procedures with PIC at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at time of inspection. 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
Observed cooked chicken, cooked pasta, cooked sausage, and chili without prepped dates on the containers at time of inspection. Per PIC, all items were made 3 days prior to inspection. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Ready-to-eat (RTE)/time and temperature-controlled foods for safety (TCS) 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
Observed multiple ripped gaskets on the prep tables doors throughout the kitchen at time of inspection. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Jul 29, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed a large amount of grease buildup along side of the fryer. Clean at a frequency that prevents soiled accumulation of grease build up. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Mar 10, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed proper pest control procedures with PIC at time of inspection.
2024
Nov 13, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 31, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note:- Reviewed cooling methods with person in charge (PIC) at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple German cockroaches in the back of house near the dish area at time of 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 re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 8/8/2024.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup of dust and debris on ceiling vents, behind the fryer/cook station, & on the upper wall above the reach-in freezer near the prepping area. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about cleaning prior to next routine inspection. Clean prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation (2nd consecutive). Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Mar 25, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- 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.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Embargo Lbs: 8,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Wendy D.
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18, P: 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. - Observed containers of cooked mushrooms, spinach, & bacon with prepped dates of 3/12 & 3/14 in the prep table at the pizza station at time of inspection. All items were embargoed at time of inspection. Discussed date marking procedures with the person in charge (PIC). All ready-to-eat (RTE)/time and temperature controlled foods for safety (TCS) must be date marked after 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Discussed the importance of discarding all RTE/TCS foods after 7 days. Provided date marking guidance sheet with PIC at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions - Observed build up of dust and debris on ceiling vents and tile throughout the kitchen. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about cleaning prior to next routine inspection. Clean prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Nov 2, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about adding a splash guard to handwashing sink in the server station.- 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.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Alejandro D.
Aug 3, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected. Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Alejandro D.
Jul 24, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- Discussed date marking with person in charge (PIC). All RTE/TCS foods must be date marked after 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Discussed the importance of discarding all RTE/TCS foods after 7 days.- Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about labeling chemical spray bottles. - 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Signer: Wendy D.,Award: Not Participating
Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence - Observed live German roach under dishwashing area and in dry stock area. Eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection on 8/3/2023. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions - Observed accumulation of dust/debris on ceiling tiles and ceiling vents in the kitchen and on the ceiling of the walk-in cooler. Must clean establishment at a frequency to prevent accumulation of organic food debris on surfaces. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about increasing cleaning frequency. Repeat violation. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - Observed holes in walls and ceiling throughout the establishment. Patch and re-seal so that areas are smooth and easily cleanable surface. Repair prior to next routine inspection. Repeat Violations: 2nd,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 →