The Grand Cafe
A718 N Central Ave, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-50828
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.
Score over time
Inspection history6 on record
2026
Jun 4, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed a brass plated lemon squeezer. Per PIC they no longer use it. Discussed brass and copper use limitations. ///// Observed a fried egg added to sliders on the menu. Per manager they are always fully cooked. Discussed consumer advisory requirements if they were to start undercooking the eggs. ///// Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.
2025
Jun 25, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed maintaining plumbing in good repair.
Jan 30, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Advised PIC about reaching out to the county to finalize their permit upgrade.
Inspector's notes
Observed a water bottles being stored in the ice well in which the ice is used for customer drinks. Employee moved the water bottle and disposed of the ice it touched. Discussed how ice used as an exterior coolant may not be used as an ingredient in any food/drinks. Please do not store any food such as cans/bottles in the ice that is used for customer consumption. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-303.11 - Priority: Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed the gaskets in one of the coolers in the side bar being in disrepair. Please replace/fix the gaskets in the unit to prevent it from malfunctioning. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
2024
Oct 24, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 8, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Dish machine is out of order, advised to continue not using the machine until working properly.
Inspector's notes
Observed the scoop for the sugar being submerged in the sugar with its handle in contact with the sugar. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location and 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: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2023
Nov 28, 2023Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.Discussed with permit owner about permit upgrade if wanted to start using fresh produce for sliders. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Josh 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Josh G.
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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 a build up of soda syrup on the soda nozzles in one of the bars. Person in charge states they will clean them as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of cleaning all food contact surfaces frequently to preclude any food build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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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 →