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A4825 N 27th Ave, Phoenix 85017
Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-07469
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jul 6, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed prepackaged frozen plantains and squash available for consumer self-service without proper labels. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3) -(5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 -Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling; and (7) for any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-601.11 - Core: Standards of Identity
Inspector's notes
Observed light fixtures in both walk-in freezers without coverings. Provide coverings or shatterproof light bulbs for light fixtures. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
May 7, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed walk-in freezer discharge pipe defrosting.
Inspector's notes
Observed knife stored in-between to cardboard boxes on top of prep table behind meat cooler display case. Observed knife stored inside cardboard sheath on top of cutting board table. In-use utensils shall 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 shall be stored above the surface of the food. In-use knives were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Jan 2, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dried meat debris along inner compartments and blade of meat saw. Per person in charge (PIC), meat saw was last used night prior to inspection. All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods shall be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. PIC instructed food employee to deconstruct meat saw to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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.
2025
Oct 14, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 20, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dead American cockroaches along floor beneath back room 3-compartment sink. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring
Jan 15, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Oct 23, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 29, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 18, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed policies and procedures including:- Storage of foods to prevent contamination from environment. - Preparation of sanitizer solutions.No County legal action will result from this inspection.A copy of this report will be 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-181Signer: Dela Sanchez,Award: A
2023
Nov 13, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed storage of foods to prevent contamination by condensation dripping from refrigeration unit. No County legal action will result from this inspection.A copy of this report will be 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 Abraham
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 →