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Lux Coffee Central

A+Cutting Edge

4402 N Central Ave, Phoenix 85012

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-19615

Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 17, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 2, 2024 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 3, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 23, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 5, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jun 16, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 20, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 20, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 9, 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 history9 on record

2026

Jun 9, 2026RoutinecleanA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.**No violations noted at time of inspection.

Feb 20, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

2025

Nov 20, 2025RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.

Jun 16, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cold holding, time as a control (limit 4 hours), and wholesomeness of produce.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Handsink in back area was being blocked with dishes during inspection, sink was cleared at time. Please ensure all handsinks are maintained clean, accessible, and reserved for handwashing only. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

Feb 5, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

No hand towels available at handsink near dish pit during inspection, sink was re-stocked at time. Please ensure all handsinks are stocked with hand drying provisions at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.

2024

Oct 23, 2024Routine1 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed handsink stocking, and cold holding.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No food manager available at time of inspection. Please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours. 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

Jun 3, 2024RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date mark disposition, and servicing cooling equipment. Report 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Eric Leidlein

Feb 2, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed keeping consumer advisory for cocktail menu, handsinks clear, and test strips.Report 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Alixus James

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination... Observed flat of raw eggs being stored on shelf above broccoli and sauces in prep top cooler in prep area. Eggs were moved to a safe place at time. Please ensure all raw animal products are stored safely and in a way that cannot contaminate ready to eat food items. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Oct 17, 2023RoutinecleanA°

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager... No food manager available during inspection. Please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours. 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.Discussed consumer advisory requirements. Report 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Katie Calahan

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 →