Ono Hawaiian BBQ

B°

1818 W Montebello Ave, Phoenix 85015

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-59270

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

Good

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Aug 5, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed employee scrub dirty containers in the 3-compartment sink and without washing hands, proceeded to put away the clean dishes. Informed person in charge (PIC) that handwashing must occur when switching from the dirty side to the clean side. PIC stated understanding and employee washed hands at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed can of Raid ant & roach killer in the establishment office. Informed person in charge (PIC) that only chemicals that are necessary for the food establishment should be present and all pest control should be carried out by licensed professionals. PIC removed the can at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

Mar 5, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

2025

Sep 5, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Handsink on prep line, and handsink in back area were both out of paper towels during inspection. Sinks were restocked at time. Please ensure all handsinks are stocked with hand drying provisions at all times. 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Breaded raw chicken being stored in container on top of other items in top of prep top cooler (rather than being set in as designed) measured 54 degrees F. Item was moved to walk-in cooler at time. Please ensure all time/temperature controlled for safety food items are maintained at 41 degrees F or below when cold holding (and containers are stored in equipment in a way that is able to hold these temperatures). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.

May 28, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

Feb 13, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

2024

Oct 11, 2024RoutinecleanA°

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

Feb 16, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteC°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed when to wash. 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Lucia Cazares

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

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-702.11, P: 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... Observed employee washing dishes with soap, rinsing, and then soaking in plain water before putting item up to dry. Employee was trained on making a sanitizer solution for the final compartment and wares were sanitized. Please ensure all food contact surfaces and equipment are sanitized after washing and before use. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use... Observed can of pesticide being stored next to hot water heater during inspection, item was discarded at time. Please ensure all pest control is performed by a professional and hazardous pest control chemicals are not stored on the premise. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A), P: Approved System... Observed hose and spray nozzle attached to mop sink down stream of an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) device, sprayer was being used intermittently throughout inspection but primarily sat unused and under pressure. Spray nozzle was removed at time. Please ensure only approved plumbing systems are utilized and equipment which stops the flow of water is not equipped downstream of an AVB to prevent damage and abuse of backflow prevention devices. Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained... Prep sink has constant leak and cannot be fully shut off. Please ensure plumbing systems are maintained in good repair. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Oct 11, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager... No food manager available during inspection. Please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours. 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.Report emailed. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permitinvoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive acopy 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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Lucia Cazares

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayPriority3-303.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-303.11, P: Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient. 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 partially drank water bottle being stored buried in ice inside of ice machine, item was removed at time and contaminated ice was discarded. Please ensure ice used for consumption is protected from contamination and ice used as exterior coolant is prohibited as an ingredient. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →