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Dickey's Barbecue

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1877 E Williams Field Rd, Gilbert 85295

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-59811

Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

78
Good

Gilbert restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Oct 9, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 28, 2023 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Apr 23, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 16, 2024 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 9, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 21, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 19, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 22, 2025 — Routine — score 53 (2 priority, 3 foundation, 2 core)Nov 3, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 8, 2026 — Routine — score 57 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 3 core)Aug 24, 2026 — Routine — score 58 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)58
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

Aug 24, 2026Routine2 priority2 foundation2 coreC°

Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed no hand cleanser at the hand wash sink near the 3 compartment sink. PIC provided hand soap at time of inspection. Each handwashing sink must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed sanitizer at 3 compartment sink in bar area had a concentration of 0ppm for quat ammonia. Until inspection, notice that the bottle was completely empty of quat ammonia. Per PIC, the establishment is currently using quat ammonia tablets for a sanitizer. PIC remade sanitizer in the 3 compartment sink to the correct concentration. A chemical sanitizer like quat ammonia, must have a concentration per the manufacture's standards, which for this brand is 200ppm-400ppm for sanitizing food contact surfaces. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2nd consecutive violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked turkey, chickens, ribs, baked potatoes, and sausages with an internal temperature range of 115-120F located in the electric cambros, one in the front and one in the back of the establishment. Per PIC, all the food items were prepared 4 hours prior to the inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 3rd consecutive violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection, observed electric cambros, one near the fryers and one near the mop sink, with a maximum ambient air temperature range of 110F-114F, maintaining TCS foods below 135F at time of inspection. The facility has other hot holding units for storage of TCS food to continue operating. Establishment will discontinue use of the electric cambros and will try to replace the units. Hot holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2nd consecutive violation 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed missing dry wall in the hallways leading to the restrooms, where water lines are exposed. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

Observed walk-in lightbulb would not turn on. Per PIC, there is a leak in the walk-in that is affecting the lightbulb. Replace lightbulb in the walk-in so that there may be sufficient lighting when working in a food establishment. At least have a distance of 75 cm (30 inches or 10- foot candles) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2nd consecutive violation 6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

Apr 8, 2026Routine2 priority2 foundation3 coreC

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no CFPM on site at 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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Repeat Violation 2nd consecutive violation 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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed wet whole potatoes sitting in the basin of the hand wash sink near the hot box. Per PIC, the hand wash sink is used to wash potatoes. Explained to PIC, that a hand wash sink can only be used as a hand wash sink and to use the prep sink to wash potatoes and only vegetables. PIC had employee remove the potatoes at time of inspection. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed sanitizer at 3 compartment sink in bar area had a concentration of 0ppm for quat ammonia. Until inspection, notice that the bottle was completely empty of quat ammonia. Per PIC, the establishment is out of quat at the moment and is waiting for the next delivery of the bottle. Establishment had bleach on site and had PIC re-make the sanitizer solution with bleach. After the solution was made with bleach and water, the sanitizer had a proper concentration of 50-100ppm for sanitizing food contact surfaces. A chemical sanitizer like quat ammonia, must have a concentration between 150-200ppm for sanitizing food contact surfaces. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked turkey, chicken, ribs, and sausage with an internal temperature range of 118F-130F. Per PIC, all the food items are from the night prior to the inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. (2nd consecutive violation) Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2nd consecutive violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection, observed hotbox, near the fryers, with a maximum ambient air temperature 121.6F, maintaining TCS foods below 135F at time of inspection. The facility has other hot holding units for storage of TCS food to continue operating. Establishment will discontinue use of the hotbox until it can be repair or replaced. Hot holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 135°F or above. Must repair hot holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed dirt, dust, and grease throughout the kitchen, and floor drains. Also observed grease on all the handles throughout the establishment. 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

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

Observed walk-in lightbulb flickering and would not stay on at length. Replace lightbulb in the walk-in so that there may be sufficient lighting when working in a food establishment. At least have a distance of 75 cm (30 inches or 10-foot candles) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2nd consective violation 6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

2025

Nov 3, 2025Re-InspectionA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction by reinspection have been corrected.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCounty code (MCEHC)
Oct 22, 2025Routine2 priority3 foundation2 coreD°

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed PIC without food manager certificate. A certified food protection manager shall be present in the establishment whenever it is open and operating. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 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

#5 — Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsPriority foundation2-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed establishment had no bodily fluid clean up procedures or kit. Procedures shall be available for bodily fluid clean up to ensure sanitary procedures for employees and to keep customers safe. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on Monday, November 3rd.

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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed can opener with dried debris. Employee washed can opener at the time of inspection. Wash can opener after each use to ensure it is clean to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked beef with internal temperature between 127 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit in a hotbox under the service counter. Employee moved food to another hotbox to reheat to 165 degrees at the time of inspection. TCS foods holding hot, shall be at 135 degrees F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Inspector's notes

Observed wrapped portions of cheese in the walk in refrigerator without a date mark. Employee was unsure of when cheese was opened and discarded portioned cheese at the time of inspection. TCS foods shall be date marked for the day they are opened and then discarded after 6 days. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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. Addl Notes: Observed moldy cheese slices in the walk in refrigerator. Employee discarded cheese at the time of inspection. Routinely check disposition of food to ensure safety. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

Observed walk in refrigerator with insufficient lighting. Lightbulb was flickering and would not stay on. Have light repaired to provide adequate lighting to ensure the safe disposition of the food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

Aug 19, 2025Routine2 coreA

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food manager in establishment at the time of inspection. Per employee, the certified food manager had to run items to another location. A certified food manager shall be present in the establishment whenever it is open and operating. 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

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

Observed light in the walk in refrigerator was flashing on and off. Increase lighting for employees to be able to observed ingredients in the walk in refrigerator. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

Apr 21, 2025Routine2 coreA

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no food protection manager present in establishment while open and operating. A certified food protection manager shall be present in the establishment whenever it is open and operating. 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

#45 — Single-Use/Single-Service Articles; Properly Stored, UsedCounty code (MCEHC)
#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-101.11

Inspector's notes

Observed spatulas with pieces missing. PIC discarded at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about how these could break off into the food or harbor bacteria in the crevices. Food contact surfaces should be smooth and easily cleanable to prevent microbial growth.

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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable

2024

Dec 9, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Sep 16, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed sour cream in portion cups in a container on the service line with temperatures between 47 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of inspection. Per PIC, items had been there less than 1 hour and the out of temperature items were moved to a reach in refrigerator to cool to 41 degrees Fahrenheit. TCS foods shall be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below to prevent microbial growth. 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.

Apr 23, 2024Routine1 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 sent by 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, 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: Jamal Jaafar

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces -- Observed cutting board used for slicing and serving meats to customers with many cut marks. Have replaced or resurfaced routinely to limit these marks and provide a smooth easily cleanable surface. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Nov 28, 2023Routine1 foundation1 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 sent by email.Also observed that walk in refrigerator's glass window was still loose from framing. Have repaired so that window is secure.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager -- Observed no food protection manager present at establishment while open and serving food. A certified food protection manager shall be present whenever establishment is open. 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: B,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA--- TEW,Signer: Jamal Jaafar

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

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: 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. -- Observed men's restroom had no paper towels. Employee put paper towels inside restroom. Per PIC, dispenser lost a part so the current one does not hold the roll, so they are waiting for a new one. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.12

Core-4-602.12, C: Cooking and Baking Equipment. 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 racks in the smoker were heavily soiled. Per PIC, racks are only cleaned once a week. Racks should be cleaned every 24 hours. PIC instructed employees to clean them tonight. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Oct 9, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Suspension has been lifted. All red signs were removed by inspector.Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed at time of inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Jordan Manarief

Oct 3, 2023Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended1 priority

Maricopa County policy requires suspension of the operating permit of businesses with serious conditions constituting an imminent public health threat. Your permit is hereby suspended. If desired, you may request a hearing within 15 days. When violations are corrected call this office for a reinspection to reinstate your operating permit. If violations are not corrected or if a hearing is not requested within 25 days, your operating permit will be revoked.Per PIC, fire also broke out in bbq unit because of build up, sever build up was observed inside and on the grill's food contact surfaces, and glass wall/window of walk in refrigerator is loose and temperature fluctuates between 35 and 43 degrees Fahrenheit.The county legal action may result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: DC--- added correct legal comment TEW,Signer: Jordan M.

#1 — Sewage Back-up (ISFD)Priority5-402.13

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13, P: Conveying Sewage -- Observed floor drain in the middle of the kitchen backing up sewage into establishment. Operations were already shut down when inspector came for inspection. Per PIC, plans have been made to have drain serviced. Operations are to be suspended until drain is cleared and kitchen is cleaned. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

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