The Clever KOI

60 W Vaughn Ave, Gilbert 85234

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-51232

Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

Excellent

Gilbert restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Aug 13, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was emailed.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked rice, cooked pork, and imitation crab meat at 45 - 47 Deg. F. in the walk-in. The unit was holding at 52 Deg. F at the start of the inspection, however the operator was able to turn it down to hold at 41 Deg. at the time of inspection. The operator also made a service call for the unit. 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.

Apr 28, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed time as a control policy labeling, kegerator drain line, and backflow certifications with PIC. Report emailed.No violations noted at time of inspection.

2025

Nov 5, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.

Jul 24, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed in-use bar dishwasher dispensing 0 ppm of chlorine sanitizer. All dishwashers must dispense 50-100 ppm of chlorine in final rinse to ensure proper sanitization of food contact surfaces. A work order was placed at time of inspection and all bar dishes will be sent to the back of house dishwasher until fixed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Observed roasted mushrooms and cooked pork belly sitting at room temperature with sheet pans covering the pork belly. Mushrooms and pork had internal temperatures ranging from 90-100*F. According to chef, items usually sit out for 1-2 hours before being placed in walk-in. Discussed placing cooling foods in the walk-in as soon as temperature reaches 135*F to avoid food sitting in the danger zone (135*F-41*F) and to prevent pathogen growth. Discussed leaving foods uncovered to provide air flow during the cooling process. Mushrooms and pork belly were moved to walk-in at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

Apr 8, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.

2024

Nov 14, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.

Aug 8, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.

Apr 1, 2024Routine1 foundation2 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed testing dishwasher sanitizer levels at open daily.Inspection report delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: David Guereca

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. 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. - Observed no paper towels available at hand sink next to ice machine or bar hand sink. Paper towels must be available at all hand sinks at all times to ensure proper handwashing is taking place. Paper towels were stocked at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Core-3-501.15 (B), C: Cooling Methods; Cooling containers. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. - Observed broth cooling with lid on and meat cooling while covered in saran wrap. Please ensure lids are kept off during cooling to ensure rapid cooling. Items uncovered at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.111

Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring - Observed a few fruit flies near the dishwasher. Please ensure pests are removed by a licensed pest control company prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Dec 7, 2023Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Kazton Boone

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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 dishwasher behind the bar dispensing 0 ppm of chlorine sanitizer. All dishwashers utilizing chlorine must dispense concentrations of 50-100 ppm in the final rinse. All bar dishes will be diverted to the kitchen dishwasher until it is repaired. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage - Observed in-use utensils in room temperature water. Discussed with chef that utensils must be in water that is 135*F and above, or kept dry and washed, rinsed, and sanitized every four hours. Utensils were removed at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Aug 22, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Charles Abrazaldo

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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 →