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Forno 301

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1616 N Central Ave, Phoenix 85004

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-58444

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

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

97
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Sep 29, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 30, 2024 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Jun 5, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)May 13, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Aug 21, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 11, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)97
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Jun 11, 2026Routine3 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for: --Proper Date Marking and Disposition (i.e. - meatballs); _________ --Food Properly Labeled; Original Container (i.e. - salt); _________ --Thermometers Provided and Accurate (i.e. - food probe) _______________________ Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email: --Legal Process; New Owners Packet

#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 during operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Raw, shelled eggs found sitting atop produce box in refrigeration unit. No signs of overhead contamination witnessed at time of inspection.

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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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. Predefined Comment: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (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.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Exterior surfaces and high touch surfaces on equipment on cookline have buildup of residues.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2025

Aug 21, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

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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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

May 13, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed proper chemical storage and repairs for unfastened sinks throughout establishment with PIC.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a can of raid pesticide stored next to the warewashing area in the back corner. Discussed active pest control procedures with PIC. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use

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

Inspector's notes

Observed several in-use knives stored in between prep tables and adjacent walls in the kitchen area. Discussed proper storage of in-use utensils with PIC. 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: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

2024

Jun 5, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered via email.---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, orContact 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-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Sandra Gaglian

#24 — Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and RecordsPriority foundation3-501.19

Priority Foundation-3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3), Pf: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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. --- Observed tomato pizza sauce stored open at ambient air temperature on food prep table located opposite of pizza oven. Pizza sauce measured at 61'F. Person-in-charge (PIC) stated that establishment uses time as control for pizza sauce and that pizza sauce was brought out 30 minutes prior. Pizza sauce is discarded every 4 hours, per PIC. PIC was asked to put time stamp on pizza sauce at time of inspection. If utilizing 4 hours and no temperature control: The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point the TCS food was removed from temperature control. Provided time as control resources via email. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Jan 30, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered via email.---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, orContact 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-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Maria Figaerua

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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 flour container being stored in handwashing sink located beside pasta station. Observed dough water being prepped and filled at handwashing sink located by the pizza oven. Observed soda nozzle being stored inside handwashing sink located at the bar. PIC removed all items from handwashing sinks at time of inspection. Handwashing sinks must only be used for handwashing and no other purposes. Discussed with PIC the importance of proper handwashing and handwashing sink operation and maintenance. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils --- Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. --- Observed residue and grime build up on back panel of ice machine located by the cook line. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a frequency to prevent accumulation of biomatter. PIC was instructed to have it cleaned prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Sep 29, 2023Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, and 0 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. New Code regulations state that there shall be a person in charge at all times, and person in charge must be a certified food protection managerNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Roberto Dadone

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

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage >>Observed metal ice scoop left in ice maker machine. Scoop was laying down actively touching the ice. Person in charge was made aware of situation. Educated operator on ensuring scoops are not in contact with food in-between uses. Ice scoop was placed at the three compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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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 →