San Francisco Chocolate Factory
B2145 E Van Buren St, Phoenix 85006
Food Establishment - Food Catering · Permit FD-23-03508
Score based on 15 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history18 on record
2026
Jun 3, 2026Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. Observed toilet with a bidet that is permanently installed. PIC stated that the toilet was installed the week prior to inspection. Provide product spec sheets to inspector so that a review can be conducted to ensure plumbing compliance.
Inspector's notes
Observed a large spray can of bug spray stored in the kitchen underneath equipment. Informed PIC that pest control chemicals are not approved to be stored onsite and if required, pest control must be applied by a certified applicator. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Mar 6, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. Discussed test strip requirements with PIC. 2. Discussed the spray hose attached to the prep sink and air gaps.
Feb 7, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Inspected at Special Event SE2600039No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Sep 24, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 6, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.
Apr 8, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No food preparation being done, facility inspection conducted.
Jan 7, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Sep 9, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 16, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection Report emailed and confirmed.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Jay Levine
May 1, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Establishment is currently undergoing cosmetic remodeling and has stopped all food preparation until 05-15-24.
Jan 12, 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. Inspection report emailed. Inspection conducted at SPE-23-0779.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: Jay Levine
Jan 11, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerEnsure that any Person in charge obtains a Certified food Protection Manager Certificate prior to next routine inspection.On 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)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection Report emailed and confirmed.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Derek Steek
Jan 8, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Establishment closed at time of visit. Spoke with owner hours of operation are 10 am - 5pm Monday - Friday. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed to permit holder.
2023
Dec 2, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspected at SPE-23-0746 Scottsdazzle Strolls.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Routine inspection report emailed to the person in charge.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jay L
Nov 25, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed glove usage.Inspected at SPE-23-0747 Scottsdazzle Tree Lighting & Sing Along.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Jay Levine
Nov 7, 2023Routine1 coreA°
FD-23-03508. OC reinspection conducted with owner, Jay. Verified email at time of inspection.Most items have been corrected. Establishment waiting for a few large pieces of equipment for heating items. Due to supply chain issues, temporary kitchen equipment is installed until permanent equipment arrives. No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability 1. Provide permanent heat source for tilt kettle. Gas tanks are installed inside, but due to safety concerns, a permanent connection (either gas or electric) must be provided. Operator has order new electric, but equipment is not set to be delivered for several months. Provide solution prior to delivery. 2. Refinish all walls in production area with semi or high gloss paint. 3. Increase lighting in production area. 4. Remove unnecessary equipment throughout. :
Oct 23, 2023Advisorynot scored1 priority1 core
FD-23-03508. OC reinspection scheduled. Advisory inspection conducted, work has not been completed. Spoke with owner, Jay. Jay confirmed that work is scheduled to be complete with 14 days. Will follow up.Please be advised that the New Business Permit Application fee includes one initial inspection and one follow-up inspection. Follow up inspection scheduled for November 9 @ 10am.Additional fees ($240) will be assessed for any additional follow-up inspections.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability 6. Refinish all walls in production area with semi or high gloss paint. 7. Increase lighting in production area. 8. Repair floor in production area as necessary. 9. Remove unnecessary equipment throughout. :
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A), P: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law 1. Provide indirect connection through a hub drain or a riser for prep sink as discussed. 2. Provide indirect connection through a hub drain or a riser for 3 compartment sink as discussed. 3. Provide rigid drain lines for 3 compartment sink. Flex tubes are installed into grease trap. 4. Install NSF approved hand washing sink in production area at far end so that hand washing is quick to access for all employees. 5. Provide permanent heat source for tilt kettle. Gas tanks are installed inside, but due to safety concerns, a permanent connection (either gas or electric) must be provided. Operator has order new electric, but equipment is not set to be delivered for several months. Provide solution prior to delivery. :
Sep 20, 2023Routine1 priority1 coreB°
FD-23-03508. Permit Approved. Operating at time of inspection.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jay
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A), P: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law 1. Provide indirect connection through a hub drain or a riser for prep sink as discussed. 2. Provide indirect connection through a hub drain or a riser for 3 compartment sink as discussed. 3. Provide rigid drain lines for 3 compartment sink. Flex tubes are installed into grease trap. 4. Install NSF approved hand washing sink in production area at far end so that hand washing is quick to access for all employees. 5. Provide permanent heat source for tilt kettle. Gas tanks are installed inside, but due to safety concerns, a permanent connection (either gas or electric) must be provided. Operator has order new electric, but equipment is not set to be delivered for several months. Provide solution prior to delivery. :
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability 6. Refinish all walls in production area with semi or high gloss paint. 7. Increase lighting in production area. 8. Repair floor in production area as necessary. 9. Remove non food safe folding tables and replace with NSF approved tables. 10. Remove unnecessary equipment throughout. :
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