Labona Pasta
A13321 W Indian School Rd, Litchfield Park 85340
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-18835
Score based on 10 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jul 15, 2026Routine3 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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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
Inspector's notes
Observed can opener visibly soiled with debris. Thoroughly clean and do so as needed to keep debris from accumulating. 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.
Inspector's notes
Walls around cooking equipment have excess accumulation of grease. Thoroughly clean affected areas and do so as needed to keep excess debris from forming. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 1, 2026Routine2 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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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
Inspector's notes
In ice machine observed scoop being stored on top of ice with handle in direct contact of ice. Brought to attention of person in charge who removed scoop from ice. When between uses, in-use utensils shall be stored in a manner that minimizes risk of contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2025
Nov 5, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Counter surface has large crack in piece.
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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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Residue buildup found on interior and exteriors of equipment in food preparation area.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Sep 4, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation (i.e. - three compartment sink);--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - front desert cooler)
Apr 29, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and Sanitized (i.e. - soda nozzles);--Hands Clean and Properly Washed (i.e. - between loading and unloading mechanical dishwasher); Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--When To Wash Hands
2024
Dec 11, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - True 2-door and Turbo Air refrigeration); --Food and non-food-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used (i.e. - proper food containers)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
Ice scoop found sitting atop ice maker.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: In-use utensils must 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 must be stored above the surface of the food. Properly food equipment in a manner to prevent food contact surfaces from becoming potentially contaminated. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Non-food contact surfaces has build-up of residues (i.e. - Turbo Air shelving, door handles of refrigeration units).
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Sep 10, 2024Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Interior surfaces of equipment has build up of residues (i.e. - shelves of Turbo Ari refrigerator and True 2-door freezer.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Apr 24, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation #20, Proper cold holding temperatures, which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.Please contact inspector via e-mail (see business card) within two weeks (by May 8, 2024) to schedule intervention. Please remember when scheduling appointment to have key personnel attend this intervention. Additional information is available at the MCESD website, https://www.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-Toolbox such as templates and guidance materials. It is also recommended you view the Department’s Cutting Edge Training Video- Section (3). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbNeqXGTrj8 Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper cold holding temperaturesProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--Legal Process"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jose U. Rivera
Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Raw, cut vegetables found in Maximum tall refrigeration unit at an internal temperature of 45*F; ambient air temperature of unit found at 45*F. Per PIC, cut vegetables were recently cut within the last two hours. Cold holding of TCS foods must be held at 41*F or below. ------------ Raw cut vegetables moved to properly working refrigeration unit. Do not store TCS foods in unit until unit can maintain foods at an internal temperature of 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed single door refrigerator Maximum in kitchen with an internal ambient temperature of 45*F. Refrigerators must be able to store food at a temperature of 41*F or below. Do not store TCS foods in unit until unit can maintain foods internally at 41*F or below. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Repeat Violation Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed handles of refrigerators and freezers with build up of food residues. Clean food equipment and other high touch surfaces at regular intervals to prevent build up of residues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Dec 19, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Jose R .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: Jose U. Rivera
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Observed shell eggs stored on single door refrigerator in an ambient temperature of 47*F using a max/min thermometer. Eggs are to be stored in an ambient temperature that will keep them at 41*F. Eggs were moved to a separate refrigerator. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed single door refrigerator in kitchen with an internal temperature of 39*F top - 51*F bottom due to poor circulation in unit. Refrigerators must be able to store food at a temperature of 41*F or lower. Items were moved around to allow better air flow. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-302.15 , C: Washing Fruits and VegetablesCore-3-302.15 , C: Washing Fruits and Vegetables Observed operator rinse off broccoli using spray nozzle at three compartment sink and not at the food prep sink. Foods are to be washed and prepared usinf the food prep sink and not the three compartment sink. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed handles of refrigerators and freezers with old food debris. Clean surfaces at regular intervals to prevent build up of old food and other debris. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Aug 22, 2023Routine1 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper date marking & disposition (i.e.-clearly marked at the time the original container is opened and is held for >24 hours to indicate date/day the food shall be consumed on premises, sold, or discarded)--Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Frequency; Non-TCS Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Jose Rivera
Core-4-204.112, C: Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality Unable to locate readable thermometer for white Turbo Air refrigeration unit. Provide a readable thermometer in all refrigeration units that house TCS foods. 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 →