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Teacup Shop LLC

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13000 W Indian School Rd, Litchfield Park 85340

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-03288

Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

96
Excellent

Litchfield Park restaurant avg: 98

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1000602023202420252026Nov 8, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 3, 2024 — Routine — score 92 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Jul 10, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 5, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 5 core)Jul 7, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 5 core)Mar 13, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)97
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Mar 13, 2026Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *Third consecutive

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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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Back door in kitchen was open during inspection. Screen over door was not fully covering opening. Outer openings shall be protected to prevent pests from entering. *Second consecutive Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Hole in wall observed above food prep sink. Missing ceiling tile observed in kitchen near small service window. Repair/replace so that areas are smooth and easily cleanable. *Third consecutive. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

2025

Jul 7, 2025Routine5 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. - glass door refrigerator);--Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for RetailSale, Properly Stored (i.e.- pesticide can); --Thermometers Provided and Accurate (i.e. - food probe thermometer);--Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test Strips (i.e. - testing strips for chemical sanitizer) ______________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 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. Provide CFPM on site during operating times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Back door screen does not fully reach bottom of opening. Protect exterior openings to prevent entry of pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Metal ice scoops found atop unprotected surface on top of ice machine.

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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. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. Properly store all in-use utensils. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Residue build up found on interiors and exteriors of food equipment in back of house (i.e. - fryers, refrigerators, freezer, etc...)

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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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation

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

Inspector's notes

Residue and debris found on structural surfaces of floor, walls, and ceiling.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Hole in wall beneath water filtration above food preparation sink; missing ceiling tile above refrigeration equipment. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation

Feb 5, 2025Routine5 coreA

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. - food probe thermometer);--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - front hand sink)

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of 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. Provide CFPM on site during operating times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Egg carton found stored on top shelf of glass door refrigerator above RTE foods. No signs of overhead contamination witnessed at time of visit.

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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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. Predefined Comment: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-101.11

Inspector's notes

Cabinet doors showing signs of disrepair (i.e. - front counter hand sink).

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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable 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.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Interior of refrigeration and storage units have build-up of residues (i.e. - condensate in glass door refrigerator); exterior surfaces of all equipment.

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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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Flooring has build-up of residues in food preparation area (i.e. - under wire shelving unit, in fryer area).

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility at a frequency to prevent build-up. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Hole in wall beneath water filtration above food preparation sink. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2024

Jul 10, 2024RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for RetailSale, Properly Stored (i.e. -use of OTC insect spray)NOTE: Ambient air temperature of food preparation area at or above 90*F at time of inspection. Optimal working conditions for food refrigeration equipment are to be at air temperatures of 85*F or below.

Jan 3, 2024Routine1 foundation3 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerNo Certified Food Manager on site at time of inspection. Person in Charge shall be the Certified Food Protection Manager. Per paragraph 2-101.11, a Person in Charge must be present during all hours of operation. Provide a Certified Food Protection Manager during operating. Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic substances properly identified, Stored, and usedProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--New Owners Packet"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: Justin Chau

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

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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. Front counter hand sink obstructed with bucket and cleaning rags at time of inspection. Maintain hand sinks so sinks are accessible at all times and not used for other purposes than handwashing. --------- Food employee cleared objects from hand sink at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Rear egress door open at time of inspection. Provide a protective barrier at egress points so that pests do not gain entry. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore4-101.16

Core-4-101.16, C: Sponges Use Limitation Sponge found in three compartment sink area. Sponges are not to come in contact with in-use food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of sponge and use proper cleaning equipment for food contact surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Cabinetry at front counter by water sources (i.e. - sinks) showing signs of disrepair. Provide equipment that is in good repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Nov 8, 2023RoutinecleanA°

Fd-23-03288. Class 3 E&D 10+ Seating. Operating at time of inspection. OC re-inspection conducted virtually with owner.Emailed report to Mayra.A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified food manager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approved food handler certificates. No County legal action will result from this 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 →