Maryland Gardens Post Acute
A31 W Maryland Ave, Phoenix 85013
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-02103
Score based on 16 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history16 on record
2026
Jun 4, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed hand sink requirements with PIC.
Feb 17, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Nov 18, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed estalishment procedures regarding: unauthorized personnel, storage of personal items, refrigeration organization
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed several areas throughout the facility with an accumulation of dust (fan, ceiling, walls, shelving, hooks for holding utensils). Person in charge to get with staff to initiate a routine cleaning schedule. 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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed several areas throughout the facility with missing and broken tiles, or wall tiles not flush with the floor. Person in charge to place a work order. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods 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.
Sep 12, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, administration provided photos of fixed plumbing at warewashing unit, and pest control invoice and report. Violation 51 and 38 6-501.111 corrected.
Inspector's notes
Observed weather stripping at kitchen door, missing at right corner, causing facility to be exposed to the outdoors. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; Closed, tight-fitting windows; and Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Sep 2, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: ambient air thermometer, personal items, jewelry, date marking, dusting frequency, wall paint, microwave, building maintenance
Inspector's notes
Observed weather stripping at kitchen door, missing at right corner, causing facility to be exposed to the outdoors. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; Closed, tight-fitting windows; and Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Addl Notes: Observed several flies at service station and mechanical warewashing unit. No fly traps visible. Person in charge provided pest control invoice from 8/29/2025 that do not specify flies as a target. All areas should be free from pest activity. Person in charge to clean area and continue routine pest control visits until activity is gone. Director to provide pest control invoice prior to reinspection on 9/15/2025. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Plumbing at warewashing unit cracked, causing wastewater to leak, creating standing water onto floor. Person in charge stated Maintenance request was placed and plumbing will be fixed this week. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.
Jun 9, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon virtual re-inspection, person in charge provided email with pest control invoice on 6/4 with 14 week trapping program. Violation 38 corrected.
6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Jun 3, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Re-inspection for pest control invoice to occur by 6/13/2025. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: personal items, jewelry, date marking, dusting frequency, consumer advisory
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed several open rodent snap traps in dry storage area on floor under shelving where food is stored. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Person in charge had maintenance remove traps. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-206.12 - Priority: Rodent Bait Stations Predefined Comment: All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection.
Observed rodent droppings under shelving in dry storage area. No enclosed rodent traps visible. Person in charge provided pest control invoice from 6/3/2025 that do not specify rodents as a target. All areas should be free from pest activity. Person in charge to clean area and continue routine pest control visits until activity is gone. Director to provide pest control invoice prior to reinspection on 6/13/2025 SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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 reinspection. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Several areas throughout establishment with holes, paneling separating from base, seals along base tiling and ceiling deteriorating throughout facility, and tiles missing. All areas must be smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. Person in charge to place work order and have fixed by next routine inspection. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Jan 21, 2025Routine3 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: mop sink hose, labels for bottles, storage of personal food
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Observed rodent droppings under shelving in dry storage area. No enclosed rodent traps visible. Person in charge provided pest control invoice from 1/16/2025 that do not specify rodents as a target. All areas should be free from pest activity. Person in charge to clean area, and continue routine pest control visits until activity is gone. 6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Reach in freezer with an ambient temperature of 50.9*F. Person in charge stated maintenance was called to work on unit. All food in unit frozen or at 41*F or below. Person in charge had employee move all food to walk-in freezer. No food to be held in unit until freezer can hold a temperature of 0 to -10*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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation Several areas throughout establishment with holes, paneling separating from base, seals along base tiling and ceiling deteriorating throughout facility, and tiles missing in dry storage area and at hand wash station, under three compartment sink. All areas must be smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. Person in charge to place work order and have fixed by next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods 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.
2024
Oct 25, 2024Re-Inspection1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Person in charge provided video via text of plumbing at 3-compartment sink repaired.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods 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.
Oct 21, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Several areas throughout establishment with holes, paneling separating from base, Seals along base tiling and ceiling deteriorating throughout facility, and tiles missing in dry storage area and at hand was station near tree compartment sink. All areas must be smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. Person in charge to place work order and have fixed by next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed employee enter kitchen and begin handling clean dishes without washing hands. Observed employee wipe hands on personal clothing then proceed to handle dirty dishes. Had employee properly wash hands. 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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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No soap at hand sink near mechanical warewashing unit. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Predefined Comment: PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Observed a constant stream of wastewater at plumbing underneath 3-compartment sink. Person in charge stated a work order has been placed, and part will be in this week. Establishment to reach out upon completion. Re-inspection to occur by 10/31/2024. PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times.
Sep 6, 2024Re-Inspection1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Upon re-inspection walk in unit is at 38*F ambient temperature with min/max thermometer.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection main walk in unit is at 53.7*F ambient temperature with min/max thermometer. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Large amount of ice build up on back of double fan unit. TCS foods inside main walk in unit: 7 cases of individual milks 53*F, shredded American cheeses at 53*F, raw shelled eggs at 53*F; sour cream at 53*F. Temperature log was filled out at 6am unit was at 38*F. Time of inspection is after 11am. Opened freezer door to walk in unit, ambient is at 41*F. All tcs foods cooled to 41*F within 1 hour. PIC confirmed all temperatures. Maintenace was on site, called in emergency work order for walk in unit. ===Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food to be maintained at 41°F or less. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
Sep 5, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Establishment has Reverse osmosis (RO) drinking water unit in corner wall to left of kitchen window dirty galley area. RO system requires an RPZ backflow preventer on main water line. If keeping RO unit either remove black tank of RO or add RPZ. Reviewed and discussed: prevention of adulterated foods from leakages.Of note: Construction is currently underway in kitchen dining areas. Establishment is working on replacing broken missing floor and cove base tiles. Cove base missing at galley window and behind ice machine.Recommend: fixing metal door sidings to door way of kitchen; filling all holes; fixing warped walls throughout the kitchen areas. Re-inspection Friday September 6th
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection main walk in unit is at 53.7*F ambient temperature with min/max thermometer. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Large amount of ice build up on back of double fan unit. TCS foods inside main walk in unit: 7 cases of individual milks 53*F, shredded American cheeses at 53*F, raw shelled eggs at 53*F; sour cream at 53*F. Temperature log was filled out at 6am unit was at 38*F. Time of inspection is after 11am. Opened freezer door to walk in unit, ambient is at 41*F. All tcs foods cooled to 41*F within 1 hour. PIC confirmed all temperatures. Maintenace was on site, called in emergency work order for walk in unit. ===Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food to be maintained at 41°F or less. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection main walk in unit is at 53.7*F ambient temperature with min/max thermometer. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Large amount of ice build up on back of double fan unit. ===Unit needs to have ambient temperature of 41*F or below to maintain tcs foods below 41*F. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.
Mar 15, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all hot water valves on all hand wash sinks holding a temperature of 100*F or above.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: hand washingNo county legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Engilberto Figueroa
Mar 12, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
Reinspection for hand sinks to occur by 3/15/2024.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority and 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Date MarkingNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection 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 website.https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: JR Figuroa
Priority Foundation-5-103.11, Pf: Capacity-Quantity and Availability All hand sinks with hot water dispensing at a temperature of 67-72*F. Hot water available at 3-compartment sink (110*F) and high-temp mechanical warewashing machine (166*F). Adequate pressure is to be maintained at all fixtures during peak demand including the capacity to provide hot water at peak hot water demand. Person in charge contacted maintenance and will have hot water available by reinspection on 3/15/2024. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Hole in wall behind door in dry storage, seals along base tiling and ceiling deteriorating throughout facility, and tiles missing in dry storage area and at hand was station near tree compartment sink. All areas must be smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. Person in charge to place work order and have fixed by next routine inspection. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
2023
Dec 8, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority and 1 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: cleanability of in use utensils, building maintenance and dustingNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection 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 website.https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: JR Figuroa
Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. No soap readily available in restrooms. Soap should be readily available at all hand wash sinks. Person in charge placed soap in restroom. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Hole in wall behind door in dry storage, seals along base tiling and ceiling deteriorating throughout facility, and tiles missing in dry storage area and at hand was station near tree compartment sink. All areas must be smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. Person in charge to place work order and have fixed by next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Aug 11, 2023Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: quality of in use utensils, cleaning frequency of floors, dusting, storage of old produceNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824Award: A,Signer: Engliberto Figueroa
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Drain pipe from ice machine sloped into floor drain, not providing a 1 inch air gap. All drain pipes should provide proper backflow prevention. Person in charge scheduled to reposition piping to lift from floor drain. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Hole in wall behind door in dry storage, seals along base tiling and ceiling deteriorating throughout facility, leak in walk in refrigerator, and tiles missing in dry storage area. All areas must be smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. Person in charge to place work order and have fixed by next routine inspection. 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 →