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Mandys Fish and Chips #4

A

725 N Central Ave, Avondale 85323

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-54756

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

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

94
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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1000602023202420252026Oct 24, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 16, 2024 — Routine — score 63 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)May 7, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 14, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 4, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Mar 4, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed pink organic matter on deflector of ice machine. Discussed cleaning procedures and schedule with person in charge. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed leaking faucet at sink across from three compartment sink. Per PIC, management is aware of issue and looking for a plumber. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Second consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

2025

Oct 14, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed leaking faucet at sink across from three compartment sink. Discussed with person in charge when it started, PIC stated management was made aware and in the process of repairing it. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

May 7, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of grease and food debris throughout the establishment (such as on the vent hood, underneath equipment, and on food equipment surfaces). Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food protection manager present during time of inspection. 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

Oct 16, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation2 coreC
#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed raw, unpackaged fish stored on top of ready-to-eat (RTE) foods (such as ketchup and pickles) in the walk-in refrigerator at the time of inspection. All raw animal proteins must be stored below RTE foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-702.11

Inspector's notes

Observed employee washing dishes in the 1-compartment prep sink at the time of inspection. Discussed proper warewashing policies and use of the 3-compartment sink's wash, rinse, sanitize procedures. Instructed employee to re-wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-702.11 - Priority: Cleaned and Sanitized Before Use After Cleaning. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple spray bottles containing chemicals without labeling throughout the establishment. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Bottles were labeled with marker at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed raw frozen fish being thawed at room temperature in a sink without being submerged in water and no running water turned on. Discussed proper thawing methods with PIC. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

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

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of grease and food debris throughout the establishment (such as on the vent hood, underneath equipment, and on food equipment surfaces. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Apr 16, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed. Discussed Time as Control documentation and cleaning policies for new equipment. 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,Signer: Helal Jawar

2023

Oct 24, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed. 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,Signer: Helal Jawar

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

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions --Observed buildup of residue on the vent hood and underneath equipment. Employees stated that a cleaning crew is scheduled later this month. Discussed importance of cleaning frequency and procedures with PIC. Ensure cleaning frequency is increased to prevent buildup. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →