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Silver Birch of Midtown

A

4000 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix 85013

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-55077

Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202420252026Jan 12, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 15, 2024 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Jan 7, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Jan 9, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)May 29, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 21, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 21, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Jul 21, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 21, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking: Today + 6 days

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.112

Inspector's notes

Observed dead roaches under service counter and in drains. Person in charge stated that they will have kitchen employee clean the service kitchen and increase cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests

2025

May 29, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: contamination at service line, handwash and glove change frequency

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.112

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed dead roaches in cabinets under hot holding units, service counter, and sink. Facilities are to remove dead or trapped creatures promptly to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors. Person in charge stated housekeeping is scheduled to thoroughly clean area and will place on task list for staff to frequently monitor area. 6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests

Jan 9, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundation1 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Virtual re-inspectionUpon re-inspection, dietary director provided pest control invoice for all areas via email on 1/9/25.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 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. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Jan 7, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: pest control methods, hot holding during service

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Observed dead and live roaches in cabinets and on floor. Facilities are to remove dead or trapped creatures promptly to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors. Person in charge stated housekeeping is scheduled to thoroughly clean area and will place on task list for staff to frequently monitor area. Pest control visited facility on 1/2 for service to Bistro only. Management to schedule additional visit with pest control in noted areas prior to Re-inspection on 1/17/2025 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation Observed drains, and hand sink with an accumulation of food residue and debris. All areas should be maintained regularly and clean to sight and touch. Person in charge to assign cleaning schedule for staff. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 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. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

2024

Aug 15, 2024Routine3 coreA

Discussed establishment procedures regarding: storage and labeling of chemical spray bottlesPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.112

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation Observed dead roaches and one live roach in cabinets where cups and open condiments are stored. Facilities are to remove dead or trapped creatures promptly to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors. Person in charge stated housekeeping is scheduled to thoroughly clean area and will place on task list for staff to frequently monitor area. Pest control visited earlier prior to inspection and is to return within 1-2 weeks. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed several areas (cabinets, drawers, drains, refrigeration, etc) with an accumulation of food residue, spills, and debris. All areas should be maintained regularly and clean to sight and touch. Person in charge to assign cleaning schedule for staff. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-403.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed several personal items stored in cabinets, refrigerators, counters, drawers where patient food and food service materials are stored. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. Person in charge to locate designated area and direct staff to use. 6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking

Jan 12, 2024Routine1 coreA

Facility inspection conducted.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: cleaning frequency of cabinetsNo 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 website.https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: A,Signer: Justin Hanamailai

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.112

Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest Observed dead roaches in cabinets where cups and open condiments are stored. Facilities are to remove dead or trapped creatures promptly to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors. Person in charge stated housekeeping is scheduled to thoroughly clean area and will place on task list for staff to frequently monitor area. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

This address holds 4 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 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →