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Boulder Creek Elementary

A°

8045 E Portobello Ave, Mesa 85212

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-05005

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

99
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 26, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 24, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 14, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 14, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 22, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 16, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Sep 8, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Sep 11, 2026 — Re-Inspection — 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

Sep 11, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected. Inspection report emailed.

Sep 8, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed that if floor drain is not repaired, violation could be elevated to a Priority that requires immediate repair. Inspection report emailed.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed ice buildup on the lines of the walk-in freezer. All equipment must be maintained so it remains in good repair. Please defrost and remove ice buildup. 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

**2nd consecutive violation** Observed slow floor drain at three compartment sink causing dish water to back up onto the floor. All drains must be in good repair and allow for proper drainage to prevent backups and contamination of the premises. Please jet or repair drain prior to re-inspection on 9/11/26. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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

Apr 16, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling methods for TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods and time as a control policy. Time as control guidance provided. Inspection report emailed.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed faucet at the hand washing sink with corroded metal. Observed faucet to be loose and not sealed to the sink. All fixtures must be smooth, easily cleanable, and sealed. Please replace faucet prior to the next routine inspection to ensure cleanability. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed slow drain at three compartment sink allowing dish water to flow onto the floor. All drains must be kept in good repair to avoid drain backups and to prevent contamination to the premises. Please repair drain and ensure proper drainage prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-202.11 (B) - Core: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; Easily Cleanable

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed warming cabinet next to serving line that is unplugged and no longer in use. Establishment must be kept free from equipment that is not used. Please remove warming cabinet prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter

2025

Oct 22, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 14, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed scored cutting boards being used in prep area. Advised person in charge (PIC) that cutting surfaces shall be maintained so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Please correct prior to next routine inspection. 4-202.15 - Core: Can Openers Addl Notes: Observed chipped piercing part of can opener. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be readily removable for cleaning and for replacement. Please replace prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces

2024

Nov 14, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Apr 24, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed making minor adjustments to time as a control logs, to be more specific on what foods are being discarded. Provided time as a control guidance form.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this 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-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Jessica Dominguez

2023

Sep 26, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this 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-Request-Form-181.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A,Signer: Jessica Dominguez

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →