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Dollar General

A

602 E Monroe Ave, Buckeye 85326

Food Establishment - Retail Food · Permit FD-08317

Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

96
Excellent

Buckeye restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 10, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 22, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Nov 14, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 22, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 22, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 23, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 13, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Jul 13, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.

Jan 23, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed 4 gallons of milk that were past the expiration date (labelled 1/19, 1/20, and 1/22) cold holding in the reach-in cooler near the produce area. Spoke with PIC and they removed the milk gallons and discarded them 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). 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.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed dust, dirt, and black build up along the floors throughout the store and in the back storeroom and restroom area. Spoke with PIC and these will be cleaned. 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

2025

Sep 22, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.

May 22, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed continuing to seal any holes/gaps in the walls in the back receiving area of the store with the manager.

2024

Nov 14, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple holes along the wall, missing ceiling tiles, and coved base separating from the wall throughout the rear storage areas of the store. 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.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

May 22, 2024Routine2 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report delivered via email and printed copy to manager on-site. 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,Email Sent: CHECKED,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Nicole Chandler

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.112

Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest Observed significant accumulation of dead insects located throughout the rear receiving and storage areas of the establishment. Per manager, the store will be undergoing some remodeling and deep cleaning during the summer months. The establishment shall maintain the premises free of dead insects and other pests to prevent the attraction and harborage of pests. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed many holes, cracks, and gaps in the walls and ceiling throughout the store. In addition, observed significant accumulation of dirt and other debris throughout the store. Per manager, the establishment will be undergoing some remodeling and deep cleaning during the summer months. The establishment shall maintain the premises free of holes, gaps, cracks, and soilage to prevent the attraction and harborage of pests. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Oct 10, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Nicole C. Report e-mailed.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,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Nicole Chandler

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed buildup on interior surface of reach-in freezer used to store packaged ice cream. Please ensure nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are kept clean to sight and touch. 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 →