Epale Nutrition
B°5102 W Northern Ave, Glendale 85301
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-01814
Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history9 on record
2026
May 5, 2026Routine1 priorityB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment serving mixed drinks/shakes and waffles. Waffles and beverages can contain the following items stored in original packaging on site: high protein iced coffee, protein powder, NRG(guarana) tea, herbal tea concentrate (caffeine powder), relaxation tea powder, Meal drink(protein added), sport powders drinks(contain protein powders), beverage mix (Contain protein powder, Collagen drink and fibre drink mix, several products contain inulin. For Herbalife products not considered approved by the FDA as food additives the Department will require one of the following for review to confirm that the product may be used in conventional food: 1. GRAS Notice – will require confirmation that the product aligns with the intended use 2. CFR that confirms the product is GRAS – will require confirmation that the product aligns with the intended use 3. Self-affirmed GRAS/independent GRAS conclusion – will require supporting documentation Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-202.12 - Priority: Additives. 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.
2025
Aug 14, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.
Jul 7, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Advisory
Apr 28, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
PIC stated she is scheduled to take the Manager test, one other employee who was not on shift just recently passed test. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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
Ice scoop buried in ice at ice machine. 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. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2024
Nov 8, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 29, 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.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Managerreport emailedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permitinvoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive acopy 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)Award: Not Participating,Signer: K Moreno
2023
Aug 22, 2023Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerAt the time of inspection, a valid food safety managers certification not available. Ensure person in charge (PIC) obtains food safety managers certification and maintains it available for inspection.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: Yazmin M.
Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use -- Observed can of aerosol pesticide spray by window next to 3-compartment sink. Spoke with person in charge (PIC) regarding approved pest control methods. A restricted use pesticide shall be applied only by a Certified Applicator and restricted chemicals cannot be stored in a Food Establishment. Requested PIC remove from premises at the time of the inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 →