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Times Square Neighborhood Italian Restaurant

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13760 W Camelback Rd, Litchfield Park 85340

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-51810

Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

89
Good

Litchfield Park restaurant avg: 98

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1000602023202420252026Aug 24, 2023 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jan 30, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)May 28, 2024 — Routine — score 83 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 23, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Feb 26, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)May 29, 2025 — Routine — score 63 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Sep 30, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Mar 10, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 17, 2026 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 15, 2026 — Routine — score 75 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Sep 17, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

Sep 17, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Repairs to food preparation coolers have been completed.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.Salad food preparation cooler recorded 38*F on top; 41*F on lower portion. Routinely monitor food temperatures internally with food probe thermometer (i.e. - every hour) to assure internal cold holding temperature is maintained.

Sep 16, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Sep 15, 2026Routine1 priority2 foundationB°

Re-inspection set for 9/16/2026 for correction of violationsPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Thermometers Provided and Accurate (i.e. - food probe thermometer on site and available); _________--Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test Strips (i.e. - quaternary ammonia testing device); ________--Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records (i.e. - TCS foods on cook line)

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Inspector's notes

**2nd Consecutive Violation** After several cycles, no chemical sanitizer reading per testing strips for mechanical dishwasher.

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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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. Predefined Comment: Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Technician called during inspection. Technician arrived and corrected mechanical dishwasher during inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

TCS foods in three door food preparation cooler on cook line found at internal temperatures of 54*F - 56*F; TCS foods found in pizza food preparation cooler at 50*F.

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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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Per food employee, TCS foods in both units were not monitored for temperature for more than 4 hours. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Do not hold TCS foods in units until units can maintain foods at an internal temperature of 41*F or below.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

3-door food preparation cooler and pizza cooler on cook line had internal air temperatures of 56*F and 50*F respectfully.

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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection of 9/16/2026

Jun 17, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed ROP fish, cooling, plumbing (3-compartment)

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

Inspector's notes

Chemical dishwasher measured a chlorine concentration <50ppm. Chemical levels were checked and dishwasher primed and run multiple times with no change in concentration. Brought to attention of person in charge to have unit serviced. Establishment will temporarily sanitize manually at 3-compartment sink until dishwasher is able to dispense chlorine sanitizer at a concentration of 50-100ppm. 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.

Mar 10, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling, thawing, cleaning frequency of equipment, time as a control.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Plastic guard inside of ice machine had dark colored growth on it. Brought to attention of person in charge to have cleaned. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: 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.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Vents on ceiling have excess accumulation of grease/dust. Brought to attention of person in charge to have cleaned. Facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep excess debris from forming. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Sep 30, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - bar area);--Proper Cooling Time and Temperatures (i.e. - ham and meatballs in pizza area); --Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite Destruction__________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Top left drawer of pizza refrigeration unit does not properly close and seal.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Floor tiles and grout in ware washing area (i.e. - three compartment sink) 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. Per PIC, technicians have been contacted for repairs. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **3rd Consecutive Violation

May 29, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundation2 coreC°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Date Marking

#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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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 on site during operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Container of marinara sauce at server area found at an internal temperature of 122*F.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Per food employee, sauce has been in unit less than 2 hours. Predefined Comment: TCS food improperly hot held was rapidly reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Inspector's notes

Following items found in walk-in cooler with following date markings: sliced turkey - 5/22; slice pastrami -5/15, 5/21; roast beef - 5/20; bruschetta topping - no date.

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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Per food employee, sliced meats were previously frozen and recently thawed; bruschetta topping date was not administered. Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. Addl Notes: Container of gnocchi found in walk-in cooler with preparation date mark of 5/22. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Per food employee, date on container was correct. Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Floor tiles and grout in ware washing area (i.e. - three compartment sink) 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

Feb 26, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite Destruction (i.e. - Maintain and retain tags for 90 calendar days from date recorded on tag or label using an approved record keeping system that keeps records in a chronological order).

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Residue build-up found on ice deflector in ice maker.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Clean interior of ice machine at a frequency to prevent build-up. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Residue build up found on ceiling surfaces of walk-in cooler and ceiling and vents of food preparation area.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Floor tiles and grout in ware washing area (i.e. - three compartment sink) showing signs of disrepair. 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.

2024

Aug 23, 2024Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - bar hand sink)--Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records (i.e. - pizza)--Proper Date Marking and Disposition (i.e. - spaghetti)--Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control (i.e. - spaghetti)

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Inspector's notes

Cutting board surfaces have scratched or scored cutting surfaces that are prevalent. Repair/replace cutting surfaces that are not in good repair or easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Addl Notes: Low boy refrigerated drawer next to stove is in disrepair.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces Predefined Comment: 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Flooring tile and/or grout in disrepair in ware washing area.

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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 28, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (i.e. - manual and mechanical sanitizing solution levels)--Non-food contact surfaces in good repair (i.e. - wire shelving - walk-in cooler; ware washing area)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: B,Signer: Denise Walters

#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. Zero (0) ppm chemical reading for chlorine via testing strips found at mechanical dishwasher. Provide proper chemical sanitizing concentration for food contact surfaces. ------------ Informed PIC of finding. PIC instructed warewashing individual to manually sanitize food equipment in three compartment sink. PIC will contact technician to service machine. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Interior lids of pizza cooler found with duct tape. Repair lids so that surfaces are smooth, durable, and easily cleanable 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 Tile flooring in walk-in cooler showing signs of disrepair. Repair flooring so that surface is smooth, durable, water resistant, and easily cleanable. Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Walls, flooring, and equipment in need of cleaning to remove residue build up behind grill area. Clean area at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Jan 30, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Date MarkingProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--Date Marking"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: Not Participating,Signer: Ivan Morales

#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. Witnessed food employee loading and unloading food equipment through the mechanical dishwasher. Mechanical dishwasher (low temperature) had 0 ppm reading of chlorine using testing strips at time of inspection. Food equipment must be properly sanitized prior to use. -------- PIC instructed food employee to manually sanitize food equipment in manual ware wash sink. Manual ware wash sink set up at time of inspection. PIC will make service call for mechanical dishwasher. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. Pan of grilled egg plant found in walk-in cooler with date mark of 1/19; pan of portioned lasagna pieces found in unlabeled pan. Per PIC, pans of foods were recently removed from freezer. TCS food to be clearly marked to indicated the date or day the food shall be consumed on premises, sold, or discarded when held at a temperature of 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days. Properly date mark RTE, TCS foods. ---------- PIC provided proper date marks on pan of eggplant and lasagna respectfully at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Aug 24, 2023Routine2 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:--Time as a public health control: procedures & record (i.e.-pizza slices)--Food separated & protected (i.e.-raw vs. RTE foods on cook line)--Proper hot holding temperatures (i.e.-server hot holding area)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Juan R Gasper

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGED (ROP) fish that bears a label that it is to be kept frozen until time of use in its ROP packaging in the thawed state found in refrigerated drawers on cook line. Remove fish from ROP prior to thawing or immediately upon completion of thawing. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Wire shelving in walk-in cooler has build up residues. Clean shelving at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

This address holds 2 food permits

Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →