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Ribbons Tea House

A

111 W Honeysuckle St, Litchfield Park 85340

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-47339

Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

99
Excellent

Litchfield Park restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Dec 14, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 22, 2024 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Oct 16, 2024 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)May 12, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 24, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 16, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Sep 16, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Apr 16, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Nov 24, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Food labels for baked goods (Basic Requirements: 1) Name of Product; 2) Processor Name; 3) Processor Address or Phone Number; 4) Ingredients; 5) Approximate Weight; 6) In English)

May 12, 2025Routine1 coreA

Note: Facility lacks an approved food preparation sinkPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Food labels on packaged foods (i.e. - cookies)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Flooring showing signs of disrepair.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation

2024

Oct 16, 2024Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - glass door and tall refrigeration units). Monitor food to assure temperatures are kept at 41*F or below.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of inspection.

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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM during operating times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore5-501.17

Inspector's notes

Uncovered waste receptacle in employee restroom.

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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Flooring showing signs of disrepair.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

May 22, 2024Routine3 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered--Toilet Rooms, Enclosed (i.e. - shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door)--Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (i.e. - chemical sanitizing concentration)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Alicia Rodriguez

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccurateCore4-204.112

Core-4-204.112, C: Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality Digital reading of Saba refrigeration unit reading 27*F; actual ambient air temperature of unit at 41*F. Provide a properly functioning thermometer for refrigeration units that is calibrated to be within two degrees of actual temperature. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore4-101.16

Core-4-101.16, C: Sponges Use Limitation Sponge found in three compartment sink area. Sponges are not to come in contact with in-use food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of sponge and use proper cleaning equipment for food contact surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Food preparation/ware washing area has flooring starting to signs of disrepair. Provide flooring that is smooth, durable, water resistant, and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Dec 14, 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.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Joel M.Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with inspection.Discussed using time as control as an alternative to hot hold of Boba. Provided document to assist.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.Award: A,Signer: Joel Mounce

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →