PlateScore

Arco

A

4245 W Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix 85019

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-10406

Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

96
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202420252026Jan 24, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 10, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 30, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Sep 24, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 24, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 22, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Apr 22, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed accumulation of black organic matter and grime in/surrounding floor sink next to establishment ice machine. Observed drainpipe discharging onto floor just next to floor sink. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Person in charge had employee connect drainpipe so that it drained into floor sink. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Sep 24, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Establishment fixed floor drain plumbing.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed accumulation of black organic matter and grime in/surrounding floor sink next to establishment ice machine. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall 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

Sep 24, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment shall fix floor sink drain issue prior to re-inspection on 9/24/25.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed water drain at an extremely low rate in floor sink below 3-compartment sink. Observed water pool on floor due to a plumbing issue below the floor sink after an attempt to drain one compartment of the sink. Improper repair/maintenance of any portion of the plumbing system may result in potential health hazards, such as cross contamination, backflow, or leakage. All plumbing shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Person in charge (PIC) is in contact with plumber to have the plumbing issue fixed during the afternoon of 9/24/25. Re-inspection to ensure floor sink drains properly will be conducted on 9/24/25. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law

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

Inspector's notes

Observed accumulation of black organic matter and grime in/surrounding floor sink next to establishment ice machine. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall 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

Apr 30, 2025Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed dead cockroach on floor beneath 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. Person in charge (PIC) instructed employee to remove dead cockroach and clean area underneath and around 3-compartment sink. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed pipe behind ice machine drain onto floor next to floor sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair plumbing behind ice machine 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

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

Observed missing cove base along wall across from 3-compartment sink. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Install cove base along wall prior to next routine inspection. Discussed potential entry ways for pests/insects with PIC. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

2024

Jul 10, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Jan 24, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.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: Paul S.

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 →