Cafe Zupas
A°20743 S Ellsworth, Queen Creek 85142
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-04892
Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history12 on record
2026
Apr 14, 2026Routine1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about sanitizer buckets, time control for butter, and cleaning chemicals.
Inspector's notes
Observed build up of fruit flies in the establishment by the juicer, drains and other surfaces in the establishment. Talked to staff about draining cleaning techniques, covering exposed food, pest control services, and placement of control devices. Ensure that fruit flies/pests are kept under control, and reduce harborage areas. Will re-inspect within 10 days.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
2025
Sep 22, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about fly lights, hot holding, and high temp dishmachine.
Inspector's notes
Observed display winodw msising on customer self service area, observed loose faucet at the front hand sink, observed juicer that has equipment wedged in it to make sure it works. Talked to manager about equipment. Ensure equipment is cleaned/in a state of compliance at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
May 14, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about dishwashing policy, silicone uses in kitchen and food labeling.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee using linen towel to dry dishes after going from the chemical sanitizer step. Talked to manager about air drying dishes after chemical sanitizer. Ensure that dishes after going through the 3 compartment sink are air dried before being used again. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-901.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required
Jan 15, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Sep 11, 2024Routine2 coreall corrected on siteA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed paper cups and measuring cups inside of dry ingredient bins. PIC had employees remove all cups from bins. Discussed not storing cups in bins to prevent contamination of foods. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Inspector's notes
Observed dishwasher stacking all containers and lids without air drying. Discussed air drying all containers, lids and utensils before stacking to prevent bacterial growth and contamination of foods. Discussed with PIC, storage options so that air drying is possible. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-901.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required
Apr 23, 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.Report delivered by email and inspection right signed for by Matthew C. 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-181.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Matthew Chavez,Award: Not Participating
Feb 2, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean
Final Construction. Met with the construction superintendent. 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.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:• Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)• Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)• Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)• 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 602-506-6824.Correct the following items: 1)Seal the gaps in the small vent hood. 2)Seal the gaps in the front line metal shelving. 3)Secure the drain lines under the customer beverage counter. Recommend providing an ice burner faucet for the ice cold well. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report sent via email.
Jan 25, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean
Construction inspection.Construction is about 95% complete***Permanent power will be in place prior to MCESD conducting the final inspection.(1) Continue all caulking and trim detail work.(2) Label the backflow assemblies.(3) Provide split-front, commercial toilet seats in the restrooms.(4) Eliminate the ice build-up in the walk-in freezer.Please continue construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. For final approval, have all work completed, have hot water available to all sinks, have all refrigeration maintaining proper temperatures, and have all local municipality approvals.Please also ensure you have read your Responsibilities to Qualify for a Permit document and are in compliance with all requirements before final inspection. Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 5, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean
Equipment inspection.Construction is about 75% complete.Walked site with Superintendent Dave GFinal health approval will not be given for an establishment using a temporary generator unless pre-approved has been granted by this Department.Please continue construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. For final approval, have all work completed, have hot water available to all sinks, have all refrigeration maintaining proper temperatures, have all permanent utilities, and have all local municipality approvals.Please call (602) 527-0893 for a final inspection at 100% completion of project or if an additional onsite walk-through is needed. Please also ensure you have read your Responsibilities to Qualify for a Permit document and are in compliance with all requirements before final inspection.Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
2023
Nov 7, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Plumbing inspection.Construction is about 20% complete.Walked site with owner rep and Superintendent.Discussed review letter and backflow Please continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections.Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
Nov 5, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
*** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***Plans reviewed on 11.5.2023 This email has been automatically sent and provided as a courtesy to notify you that your application and plans have been reviewed in accordance with code. You will receive a “APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT WITH CONDITIONS” letter via email or mail regarding the specifics of your plan(s). Please allow a few days to receive your letter if you selected mail on your application as a primary means of receiving correspondence. No reply to this email is required. For further instructions please refer to the letter. Thank you. *** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***
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 →