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City Central Cafe

B

33 S 3rd St, Phoenix 85004

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-41059

Score based on 5 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 26, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 3, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 3, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 22, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 21, 2026 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)95
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Apr 21, 2026Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed keeping sanitizer test strips near point of use to improve ease/frequency of testing.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed no soap at hand washing sink. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

Mar 10, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

2025

Jul 22, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Mar 3, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed cup with no handle used as scoop for coffee mix. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

2024

Oct 3, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed significant dusting on food equipment at establishment. Establishment not observed operating at time of inspection. Ensure food contact surfaces are kept clean to the sight and touch. Clean prior to operation or prior to next routine inspection, whichever comes first. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils

Sep 23, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

2023

Oct 26, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.This establishment was not operating at the time of inspection, a facility inspection conducted.No County legal action will result from this inspectionInspection rights accepted by Edgar G.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Edgar Gamez

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →