Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza
A1551 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85007
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-58897
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history9 on record
2026
Apr 17, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed two enclosed containers of raw shell eggs stored in a refrigerator rack above multiple containers of packaged american cheese. Upon request the two enclosed containers of raw shell eggs were relocated to the lowest part of the refrigerator unit, below the cheeses. Please ensure to follow proper food separation at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed food debris/residue located around the floor near the reach in refrigerator units & dry storage racks. Per the person in charge the specified area will be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain the physical facility clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Oct 7, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 22, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Apr 11, 2025Routine2 foundationB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed/reviewed date marking
Inspector's notes
During inspection, paper towels were not accessible or available at the handwashing station. The person in charge provided paper towels upon request. Please ensure paper towels are readily available and accessible at handwashing stations. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed 2 dead roaches on the floors near the the stainless steel storage racks. Per the person in charge, the dead roaches in the establishment will be removed. Please ensure the establishment is maintained free of pest or evidence of pest at all times. 3rd consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Addl Notes: During inspection observed two live roaches on the stainless steel storage rack near the warewashing area. Per the person in charge the live roaches will be removed from the establishment. Please ensure to maintain the establishment free or pest at all times. 1st consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests
2024
Dec 13, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.The establishment has corrected all previously documented items. The facility has also conducted in-depth cleaning and follow up has been conducted by a licensed pest control applicator.
Dec 4, 2024Routine2 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed a container of insect pesticide near the handwashing sink. The person in charge voluntarily discarded the insect pesticide. Please ensure that pesticides are applied by a certified pest control applicator. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed 3 dead roaches on the floors near the 3-compartment sink. The facility also has dead roaches (more than 2) near the wall of the cook-line. Per the person in charge, the dead roaches in the establishment will be removed. Please ensure the establishment is maintained free of pest or evidence of pest at all times. 2nd consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Addl Notes: During inspection observed two live roaches near the warewashing area. Per the person in charge the live roaches will be removed from the establishment. Please ensure to maintain the establishment free or pest at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed gaps/cracks between throughout the FRP walls and wall strips. In a second instance observed a gap between the wall and the handwashing sink. Ensure to reseal the specified areas to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed debris/residue located throughout the walls and ceilings of the kitchen. Per the person in charge the specified areas would be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain physical facility clean at all times. 3rd consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed
Apr 16, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsite*Establishment has purchased and obtained QUAT & Chlorine test strips*Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Alicia Serrato
Apr 5, 2024Routine1 foundation3 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsite *Discussed/reviewed thermometer calibration*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-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: B,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Lizett Regalado
Core-3-302.11 (A3-8) , C: 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.----During inspection in reach in refrigerator, observed multiple containers of packaged raw eggs stored in a rack above multiple enclosed gallons of milk. Upon request, items were re-arranged in the reach in refrigerator, placing multiple containers of raw eggs in the rack below the enclosed containers of milk. Ensure to follow proper food separation at all times, to prevent cross contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest--During inspection observed 2 dead roaches on the floors near the exit door. The facility also has dead roaches (more than 5) near the wall of the cook-line. Per the person, the dead roaches in the establishment will be removed. Please ensure the establishment is maintained free of pest or evidence of pest at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st
Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.---Establishment is using chlorine sanitizer at the ware-washing station and to clean & sanitize items/equipment without having chlorine test strips onsite. Per the person in charge they will obtain chlorine test strips for the establishment. Please ensure to have the chlorine test strips to test and verify chemical sanitizing solutions to ensure they are used at the appropriate concentration. A re-inspection will occur for this violation in 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions--During inspection observed debris/residue located on the walls near the dry storage area and near the cookline. Per the person in charge the specified areas would be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain physical facility clean at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Oct 31, 2023Routine3 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.Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsite 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: Alicia Serrato
Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest--During inspection observed 3 dead roaches on the walls near the dry storage area. Upon request the person in charge removed all the dead roaches in the establishment. Please ensure the establishment is maintained free of pest or evidence of pest at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils---During inspection observed two shelves of a storage rack to contain accumulation of syrup-residue. The person in charge stated they would clean equipment. Ensure all equipment, food contact surfaces, and non-food contact surfaces are cleaned and maintained clean at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions--During inspection observed food debris/residue located on the walls near the dry storage area and near the cookline. Per the person in charge the specified areas would be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain physical facility clean at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st
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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 →