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Ventana Winds

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12322 N 113th Ave, Youngtown 85363

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-17122

Score based on 14 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

94
Excellent

Youngtown restaurant avg: 99

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 16, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 28, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 12, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 22, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 19, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 14, 2024 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Mar 20, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 5, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 6, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 30, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 13, 2026 — Routine — score 74 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Jan 26, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Feb 9, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 13, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history14 on record

2026

May 13, 2026Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: refrigeration organization, food display signage

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed coved base throughout facility separating from wall and sealant along sinks and prep areas deteriorating causing gaps. Person in charge to place work order to have fixed. 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Predefined Comment: 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.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-403.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-305.11 - Core: Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed employee personal belongings and drinks stored in prep and storage areas throughout the facility. Areas designated for employees' personal belongings and drink shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Person in charge to place work order to install shelf, locker, or designated area. 6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking

Feb 9, 2026Re-Inspection1 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, executive director provided pest control invoice from 2/6, detailing service and treatment to target areas in commercial kitchen. Establishment to continue to follow guidance provided and maintain routine maintenance until activity has been eliminated. Another pest control visit scheduled for 2/9. Violation #38 corrected.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: 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.

Jan 26, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundation1 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, chlorine test strips provided. Violation 48 corrected. Re-inspection for pest control invoice to occur by 2/9/2026

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation Pest control invoice on 1/20 did not note treatment in kitchen. Person in charge stated Pest control will be visiting facility again next week for treatment to kitchen. Ensure to provide invoice via email prior to re-inspection date 2/9/2026. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Predefined Comment: 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 by re-inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: 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.

Jan 13, 2026Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: reheating for hot holding, batteries for paper towel dispensers, usage of test strips, designated area for personal items

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed employee handling dirty dishes then handling clean dishes without first washing hands. Hands must be washed when contaminated before preparing food or handling clean dishes. Person in charge had employee wash hands and rewash clean dishes. PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Predefined Comment: Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Observed large American roach near warewashing unit. No pest control traps set in kitchen. Person in charge unable to provide pest control invoice within 10days of inspection. Person in charge to schedule pest control visit and send report prior to reinspection on 1/23/2026. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Predefined Comment: 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 by re-inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Reach in refrigerator near toaster with an ambient temperature of 48*F. Refrigerators should be held at a temperature of 41*F to hold temperature-controlled foods. Unit currently used for condiments. Employee mentioned they put in a service request and will be serviced tomorrow. Owner to provide work order invoice once completed. No temperature-controlled foods to be held in unit until unit can hold an ambient temperature of 41*F or below. All foods to be held on ice or in neighboring units at 41*F. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: 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.

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Chlorine test strips not in working condition during inspection. Test strips should be available at all times to assess and verify sanitizer solutions concentrations to achieve proper sanitization. Person in charge to have management purchase test strips. Re-inspection to occur by 1/23/2026. 4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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. Predefined Comment: Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection.

2025

Oct 30, 2025Routine1 priorityB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed proper use of ice baths

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed a chlorine dishwasher with 0ppm of chlorine concentration after final rinse. There were dishes being washed at time of inspection. Chlorine test strips were available and easily accessible. PIC made several attempts to prime the dishwasher, each time, there was 0ppm of chlorine after final rinse. PIC called for service at time of inspection. Advised PIC to use the 3 compartment sink until dishwasher is fixed. The quat dispenser at the 3 compartment sink was dispensing proper quat concentration between 200-400ppm using inspectors test strips.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

Aug 6, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Discussed importance of the protecting food from premise and monitoring of cold holding units**

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.

Jun 5, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Work order in place for coved base repairs. Discussed unpasteurized egg restrictions, test strip expiration dates, date marking (today + 6), possible use of time as a control for certain areas including salad bar, steam tables, and hot box.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the kitchen is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Mar 20, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

2024

Nov 14, 2024Routine4 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Discussed importance of sanitizer contact time**

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No proof of a certified food protection manager onsite at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a dirty ice scoop holder. PIC took it to dish room for it to be properly cleaned. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed packaged fish being thawed in walk-in cooler and packets weren't open prior thawing. Fish must be removed from ROP prior to thawing or immediately upon completion of thawing. PIC advised staff to take the fish out the packages while thawing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

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

Inspector's notes

Observed dust build up on fans, condenser fans on ice machines, vent above the slicer. Also observed debris build up behind equipment. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency. Dust build up on vent can lead to potential cross contamination from dust falling into food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Addl Notes: Observed holes on wall in mop sink room and around pipes leading into the ceiling above the prep table near office. Discussed the corrective action with maintenance and they stated all will be corrected 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 19, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Discussed cooling parameters, and the importance of air circulation during the cooling process**

Jul 22, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Mar 12, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.**Discussed proper use of ice baths and best cooling practices (use of shallow pans)**No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection reportAward: A,Signer: Juan L.

2023

Nov 28, 2023RoutinecleanA

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.Emailed inspection reportThe 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: A,Signer: Sergio M.

Aug 16, 2023RoutinecleanA

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.Report emailed.Award: A,Signer: Sergio M.

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 →