Lam's Market
B°6740 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix 85033
Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-10161
Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
We last checked the county record 8 days ago (Sep 16, 2026). Any inspection since then would not appear here yet.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jul 20, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation3 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed shellstock tags for oysters and clams that were not stored in chronological order. Discussed with person in charge that shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. The person in charge had the tags stored in chronological order. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-203.12 - Priority Foundation: Shellstock, Maintaining Identification. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
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Observed a scented bleach that was being used as sanitizer at a 3-compartment sink. Discussed with person in charge that when using bleach as a sanitizer, only plain, unscented bleach can be used for sanitizing food contact surfaces. The person in charge drained the sanitizer, acquired an unscented bleach and prepared a new sanitizer solution. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals
Inspector's notes
Observed a handwashing sink that was detached from the wall on the seafood side of the meat market. Discussed with person in charge to reseal the handwashing sink using silicone/caulking so that it is smooth and flush to the wall. The person in charge will have the sink resealed. 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. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Addl Notes: Observed a relatively large mass of ice flowing down from the fans down onto boxes of food and onto the floor, forming one large solid ice mass inside of the large meat walk-in freezer. Discussed with person in charge to break the ice apart and to have the unit serviced to mitigate the formation of large ice chunks forming on the fans/unit. The person in charge will have the unit serviced by a technician. 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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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation
Inspector's notes
Observed a leak at the 3-compartment sink on the seafood side of the meat market. It was observed that the leak appeared to be coming from underneath the sink on the sanitizer side of the sink. Discussed with person in charge to repair the leak at the 3-compartment sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
Observed a heavy accumulation of lint and other debris on the fans inside of the seafood walk-in cooler. Discussed with person in charge to have the fans cleaned. The person in charge will have the fans 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
Mar 4, 2026Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed handwashing sink in back prep area, operation of an ice machine and shellstock tags.
Inspector's notes
Observed a handwashing sink behind the meats display case that is falling off the wall. Discussed with person in charge to reattach the sink to the wall and to seal the sink with caulking so that it is smooth and flush to the wall. The person in charge will have the sink reattached. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. 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
2025
Oct 10, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed leaks on ceiling in seafood market area. Observed both handwashing sinks in seafood/meat markets loose from wall. Observed leak on pipe for three compartment sink in seafood area. Discussed with PIC to resecure handwashing sinks and fix leaks and that 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. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Jul 22, 2025Routine3 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed three compartment sink needs fastening to wall and new lid for one of the freezers in meat department.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed boxes of frozen meat and fish on the floor of walk-in freezer. Discussed with PIC that Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. 3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed a leaky pipe in three compartment sink in seafood department and meat department. Discussed with PIC Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
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Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed accumulation of organic matter and food debris underneath shelves of walk-ins. Discussed with PIC that the 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. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 9, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Get new signs for ice machine not for human consumption.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed food in boxes or bags on the floor and not stored above six inches off the ground. Discussed with PIC that food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. 3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
2024
Nov 26, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 20, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 12, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.Inspection Rights reviewed with Jet Lam.Report provided via email.Establishment is not currently conducting live fish slaughter. Discussed with PIC the need to remove the ice build up from the walk in freezer at the meat department. Please make necessary repairs as soon as possible to prevent this ice build up from occurring.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: Not Participating,Signer: Jet Lam
2023
Dec 1, 2023Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Jet L.Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jet Lam
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed dripping from ceiling area above fish cold hold display/service case in meat department. Leaking appears to be due to rain from the night. Leaks are to be repaired to prevent contamination of surfaces and food. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Aug 10, 2023Routine2 coreA°
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours. Provided handout with changes to Food Code.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights signed by Jet L.Report emailed.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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jet L.
Core-3-307.11, C: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination Observed excessive ice buildup from condensation under the fan area of the walk-in freezer, and excessive accumulation of ice on boxes of food in the walk-in freezer. Discussed with manager the importance of keeping the facility's systems maintained to prevent possible contamination of food items when being stored. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces Observed heavily stained and scratched cutting boards on prep table behind meat display counters. Discussed having cutting boards resurfaced or replaced to ensure a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
This address holds 2 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 16, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →