Kahala Coffee Trader - Corner Cafe
B301 W Jefferson St, Phoenix 85003
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-46629
Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history6 on record
2026
Jun 10, 2026Routine1 foundation2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed processes for receiving food for lunch and preparations of holding equipment.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) observed at time of inspection. A 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 front hand sink without soap available. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed hot holding equipment door in a state of disrepair. 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.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
2025
Oct 28, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundation2 coreC
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. Discussed datemarking open milk derived products that have been held in the establishment past 24 hrs.2. Discussed not stacking food items in hot holding unit.3. Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM is required to be onsite during all hours of operation. 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. ***** 3rd Consecutive Violation *****
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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 a sanitizer bucket placed in the handwash sink near coffee prep area. Also observed soda containers placed directly in front of handwash sink near three compartment sink. PIC relocated all items obstructing handwash sink at time of inspection and will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. 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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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a prepackaged turkey wrap with blue organic matter on the tortilla in the open display cooler. PIC discarded turkey wrap at the time of inspection and was informed that all food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple covered TCS/RTE items (egg salad sandwich, ham sandwich, tuna sandwich, fruit cups with cut melon, and pasta salad with cut tomatoes) at a temperature of 52*F located in display cooler that had an ambient temperature of 40*F. Per PIC, items had been placed in cooler 1.5 hours prior to inspection. PIC was instructed to place TCS/RTE items uncovered in standing fridge to cool down to 41*F. Also observed the half and half carafe on the counter with an internal temperature of 62*F. PIC stated that half and half had been placed on counter 2.5 hours prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Discussed and provided time as a control guidance document to PIC. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. ***** 2nd Consecutive Violation *****
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice scoop kept inside ice machine with handle in contact with the ice. In-use utensils may not be stored in ice between uses in order to prevent cross contamination. PIC moved ice scoop to clean container outside of ice machine at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
May 21, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC
No County legal action will result from this inspection.The establishment is almost out of chlorine test strips; order more test strips prior to running out. Discussed the importance of testing the sanitizer levels with PIC.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM is required to be onsite during all hours of operation. 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. ***** 2nd Consecutive Violation *****
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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 the half and half carafe on the counter with an internal temperature of 62*F. Informed PIC that the half and half is TCS and needs to be maintained at 41*F or below. PIC informed that it was placed there 4 hours prior. Instructed PIC to discard the half and half carafe and replace it with a new one. PIC discarded the half and half at time of inspection. Suggested time as a control for the half and half. Provided the time as a control guidance document via email. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed a can of Raid Insect Killer stored underneath the front cashier counter. Informed PIC that pest control chemicals cannot be stored onsite due to being an eating and drinking establishment. Informed PIC that if pest control is needed it must be applied by a certified applicator. Instructed PIC to discard the can at time of inspection. PIC discarded the can at time of inspection. 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. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage Addl Notes: Observed a bottle of all-purpose cleaner stored above coffee hot holding units and single-use cups in the back storage room. Informed PIC that chemicals must never be stored above equipment or single-use service items. PIC relocated the bottle to an area where there is no opportunity for contamination of service equipment or articles. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
2024
Sep 10, 2024Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed handwashing sink usage.
Inspector's notes
Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present at the 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. 2ND REPEAT VIOLATION.
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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
May 1, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed chlorine sanitizer level procedures. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager---Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours. Correct prior to next routine inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Estefany R.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: Estefany R.
2023
Sep 12, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Samantha S.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: Samantha Saucedo
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →