La Mai Thai Cuisine
A12015 N Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills 85268
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-52840
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history11 on record
2026
Jul 30, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Ensure all employees working with food obtain food worker certification from ANSI certified online site.
Apr 21, 2026Routine1 priorityB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with employees: rice noodles and cold holding, limiting preparation time out of cold holding to ensure proper temperatures.Ensure all employees working with food obtain food worker certification from ANSI certified online site.
Inspector's notes
At warewashing machine, employee handling dirty dishware, rinsed hands with sprayer arm, then handled clean dishes without a proper handwash. Employee handling raw beef then handled food containers without a proper handwash. Instructed employee on proper handwashing procedures, where to wash at approved handwashing sink, and when to wash after hands are contaminated. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands are to be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Discussed the importance of proper handwashing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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.
2025
Sep 30, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspector emailed Chemical Dispenser and Y-Valve Installations guidelines.
Inspector's notes
In kitchen, observed an open can of sterno fuel on surface above open foods in prep cooler. 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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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage
Jun 16, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed procedures for storing frozen food and cleaning up V/F accidents.
Inspector's notes
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.
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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
Jan 30, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. 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.
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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
2024
Sep 17, 2024Routine2 coreA
Inspector's notes
The person-in-charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. 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.
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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
At the end of the cook line, observed utensils stored in water/120F. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. 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: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
May 14, 2024Routine1 coreA
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. Discussed the importance of limiting access to the food preparation area to only persons necessary to the food establishment.Confirmed the emailed report was received.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: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Arun Yo Rottler
Repeat Violation Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage.....In-use utensils stored in water/116F on the cookline and in water/130F near the rice warmer. When storing in-use utensils in standing water, ensure the water is at least 135F or use another approved method. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
May 7, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Establishment not accessible at time of inspection. Closed 2-4pm.
Jan 22, 2024Routine2 coreA
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 inspectionProvided operator with Cleanup Procedures for V/F Accidents guidance document.Confirmed the emailed report was received.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: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Aomaom Boonkerd
Repeat Violation Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage.... Observed spoon and rice scoop stored in water/99F and utensils near the stove stored in water/116F. When storing in-use utensils in standing water, ensure the water is at least 135F or use another approved method. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Repeat Violation Core-4-101.11 (B-E), C: Characteristics-Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable.....In the cooking area, observed some aluminum foil lining the wall, cardboard on shelf, and plastic wrap(soiled) on side of prep cooler. Remove liners and wraps, and maintain only non-absorbent, easily cleanable surfaces in the kitchen. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Oct 3, 2023Routine1 priority2 coreB
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager.....The person in charge (PIC) at the establishment is not a certified food manager. Ensure the PIC is an ANSI-accredited food protection manager. This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed the emailed report was received. 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: B,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Arun Rottler
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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......Observed a few packages of raw pork stored on open shelving over open container of noodles and other ready-to eat foods. The pork was relocated to the bottom shelf to reduce the risk of any cross-contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage.....Near the stove, observed two strainers and several spoons stored in a bucket of ice water. Between uses, store utensils in the food product with the handles up and out, on a clean, dry surface, in hot (at least 135F) water, or submerged under cold, running water. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-101.11 (B-E), C: Characteristics-Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable.....In the cooking area, observed some aluminum foil lining the wall, cardboard on shelf, and plastic wrap(soiled) on side of prep cooler. Also observed soiled dairy crates being used for storage purposes. Remove liners and wraps, and maintain only non-absorbent, easily cleanable surfaces in the kitchen. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →