Ahwatukee Golf Club
B°12432 S 48th St, Phoenix 85044
Food Establishment · Permit FD-23-03868
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Inspection history13 on record
2026
Apr 28, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the walk in cooler, observed a large box of raw, whole eggs stored on the top shelf of the metro shelving. Underneath the eggs were raw tomatoes, sliced cheeses, and liquid, pasteurized eggs. All raw animal proteins must be kept below ready to eat foods and foods that have lower minimum cook temperatures. Employee moved eggs to proper storage.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: 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. 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. PIC 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: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed fuzzy, organic matter and dust accumulating on the fan covers of the walk in cooler. Observed slimy, organic matter accumulating in the floor drain in the back of the bar area. All non-food surfaces must be kept clean and cleaned as frequently as needed to preclude any accumulation of soils, debris, and residues. Please have the areas cleaned and cleaned more frequently.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces 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.
2025
Oct 17, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 11, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Instructed establishment to continue working on repairing the premises such as repairing broken tiles, adding FRP and handwashing sink in the bar, and fixing holes in the walls.
Mar 12, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed multiple areas (including bar hand sinks, flooring, mop sinks) unfinished with smooth and easily cleanable materials that are being addressed under EHP2402119.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at time of inspection. 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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Repeat Violation *Second consecutive 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
Inspector's notes
Observed more than 5 fluorescent light bulb fixtures without a protective covering. Glass bulb lighting must be appropriately shielded with a bulb cover, diffuser or utilize a rubberized or plastic type bulb housing. PIC stated they have been working to replace diffusers. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
2024
Nov 21, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundation2 coreC
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Observed multiple plumbing fixtures moved to different areas at time of inspection. Per person in charge (PIC), plumbing repairs and relocations of the 3-compartment sink (at the bar), moved floor drain in the back of house at the bar & mop sink occurred about 2 months prior to inspection. Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home.Reviewed consumer advisory guidance with PIC at time of inspection. Provided guidance documents at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at time of inspection. 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
Observed cooked hot dogs with temperatures between 122 to 130*F at time of inspection. Per person in charge (PIC), hot dogs were cooked about an hour prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed prepped ham sandwiches and turkey wraps in a beverage cooler at the bar with no date marks. Person in charge (PIC) did not know when the sandwiches were made and voluntarily discarded sandwiches and wraps at time of inspection. Reviewed proper date marking procedures with the PIC at time of inspection. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
Inspector's notes
Observed quat sanitizer spray bottle on shelf with clean reusable dishes near the dish machine at time of inspection. Observed quat sanitizer spray bottle stored on same shelf food items in the bar at time of inspection. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Reviewed with PIC about labeling spray bottles with common name. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals
Inspector's notes
Observed ice scoop stored directly in ice machine at time of inspection. Observed ice bucket directly on the floor near the ice machine at time of inspection. Observed multiple reusable water containers stored on the floor of the kitchen at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) relocated to approved storage area at time of inspection. Discussed importance of proper utensil storage with the PIC. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
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Observed no quat test strips available at time of inspection. Establishment utilized quat sanitizer for sanitizing food contact surfaces. Discussed importance of having quat test strips to determine concentration of sanitizer levels. Person in charge (PIC) bought quat test strips at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Sep 13, 2024Routine2 priority3 coreC
**Talked to manager about 1 inch air gaps, air curtains, baseboards, raw wood, pest control, and hood spacing.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed 0 ppm bleach at the bleach dishwasher. Observed quat sanitizer is hooked up to the dishwasher, and at 0 ppm quat. Talked to staff about using bleach for the sanitizing step at the dishwasher. Facility has 200 ppm quat at the 3 compartment sink in the mean time. Ensure that 50-100 ppm bleach is at the dishwasher at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (F1-2) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Observed lots of holes in the walls thorought the facility. Ensure that holes are covered to make cleaning easier. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed bar floor drain is blocked. Not being used at the current time. Talked to manager, and not using most of the bar kitchen area. Only handing customers drinks and packaged snacks (retail type permit for now). Facility has called plumber and doing light construction currently. Ensure all floor drains are draining and not holding water. No active overflow at the current time. Send picture of repair work within 3 days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-403.11 - Priority: Approved Sewage Disposal System
Inspector's notes
Observed large room of extra equipment and a mop sink that is officially discontinued. Talked to manager about removal. Ensure that all unused and unnecssary equipment is removed from the facility. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
Inspector's notes
Observed several lights in the kitchen missing shielding for the flourescent bulbs. Ensure that LED lights are used, or proper shielding for tube lights. Talked to staff about light types, and shield types. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
Mar 26, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about how to seal raw wood, cover plates, test strip types, and mat cleaning areas.Confirmed email with manager.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: Johnny Buckle
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. ---Observed bar hand sink was blocked with ice bins and buckets stored inside the basin. Employee removed the items. Ensure the hand sink is open and accessible at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. ---Observed 0 ppm bleach at the bleach dishwasher. Observed that quat sanitizer container was hooked up to the dish machine. Employee changed out the container for bleach, and now working properly. Ensure that the bleach dishwasher is set between 50-100 ppm bleach at each cycle. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting ---Observed the lights are not working in the small equipment storage room. Manager said none of the fixtures have worked in the last month. Ensure lights are fixed as to provide enough illumination in each room. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 20, 2023RoutinecleanA°
E&D, class 4 10+ OC re-inspection was conducted with the store manager, Derek. Most items noted in the last report had been addressed.Please address the following items prior to the next routine inspection:1. Provide a reminder on the menu items that has eggs cook to order to tie-in with the disclaimer of consumer advisory in the menu at the tables. Send a picture of correction to inspector.2. Have the backflow preventer of the soda carbonator located below the coffee brewing station certified by a certified backflow tester and provide report to inspector within 2 weeks. This must be done annually.3. Repair the air curtain at the delivery door and send video verification.4. Refinish the floor around the floor sink under the 3-comp sink at the bar, ensure transition between the edge of the floor tiles and floor must be flushed. Replace broken tiles at this area also. 5. Provide missing cove base at wall/ floor junctures at the 3-comp sink in the bar. 3/8” radius rubber cove base is acceptable. Please seal the bottom of the cove base to the floor.6. Paint the drywall at the dry storage with semi-gloss paint.7. Replace acoustic ceiling tiles around the walk-in cooler with vinyl faced ceiling tiles. Ceiling, walls, floor finish inside food/ drink service, restrooms, mop sink, water heater rooms must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable.8. Remove the towels on the floor near the pipes inside the ice machine room at the bar and repair any leak (if any) as needed. 9. Trim off excess expandable foams around pipe penetrations/ chases then provide silicone on top of the foam.10. Caulk and seal all penetrations, gaps, and cracks throughout the facility.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Auto-emailed the report to the owner. 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 call 602-506-6824 or submit an administrative change request form at the below website: Form Center • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngage Manager / person in charge must be a certified food protection manager (CFPM). Please obtain and maintain on site for inspection purpose. Please be advised that the person in charge must be a CFPM and presence on site at all operational hours. Food handlers must maintain food handler’s certifications.:
Sep 21, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Contacted the general manager, Derek C. regarding the progress of corrections to items noted in the last report. Per manager, the establishment is working on the facility's items. Informed manager to focus on plumbing items and schedule for backflow testing first for the re-inspection. Left-over facility items can be address before the next routine inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Auto-emailed the report to the owner.
Aug 23, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation3 coreB°
OC inspection was conducted with the site manager, Derek. The establishment is open and operating. Permit is approved.Please contact the Department at 602-506-6824 to schedule the next inspection. Allow 7-15 business days to schedule.Emailed the report to the manager.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 call 602-506-6824 or submit an administrative change request form at the below website: Form Center • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngage 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.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Food Handler Cards: 3,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Number of Employees: 3,Signer: Derek Crawford
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected __ Air curtain at the delivery door was not working. Please repair/ replace. Air curtain must be on micro-switch. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13, P: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap __ Noted drainpipes at the bar, inside the ice machine room, and at the 3-comp sink, and food prep sink was inside or at the floor level. Please ensure all drainpipes from 3-comp sink, prep sink, backflow preventer, etc. must have 1" air gap from the finished floor. Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained__ Noted there is an un- used water line inside the beer keg cooler and an open pipe above the prep sink. Please cap off un-use water lines. Priority Foundation-5-205.13, Pf: Scheduling Inspection and Service for a Water System Device ___ Please have the backflow preventer for the soda carbonator certify and provide report at re-inspection. Testable backflow devices must be tested annually. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability___ Noted floor around the floor sink under the 3-comp sink of the bar is corroded, floor tile is cracked in this area. Ceiling tiles around the walk-in units area acoustic ceiling tiles. Please replace with the washable ceiling tiles. Paint the raw wood, un-painted walls and support legs of the mop sink with several coats of semi-gloss/ high-gloss paint on the surface of the wall, storage shelving in the dry storage room Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter___Noted there were some un-used / not working equipment. please repair/ replace or discard. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-202.18, C: Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters ___ noted the hood filters are heavily soiled. Please clean and maintain clean. Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting __ Noted there were burnt lights in the dry storage area. Please replace. 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 →