Garden Goddess, LLC
A°1327 E Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85006
Food Establishment · Permit FD-60333
Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.
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Inspection history15 on record
2026
Jan 29, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Jan 21, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Rodent droppings were found near the walk-in cooler and in the dry storage areas. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the droppings. There are several traps throughout the facility. The PIC stated that nothing has been caught in the traps for several weeks. Please clean and sanitize areas and remove all droppings from the kitchen prior to a re-inspection within 10 days. Establishment must be maintained free of pests.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
2025
Dec 29, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, previous violation #38 has not been corrected. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas with pest evidence. Discussed sealing all potential entries into the kitchen and ensuring the front door closed at all times, or installing a screen door. Please remove pest evidence, clean and sanitize areas, and contact a licensed pest control to address the issue. A re-inspection will be conducted in 10 days.
Inspector's notes
A certified food protection manager was not available during 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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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
Inspector's notes
Rodent droppings were found near the walk-in cooler and in the dry storage area. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the droppings. Please contact a licensed pest control specialist to address the issue. Please clean and sanitize areas and remove all droppings from the kitchen prior to a re-inspection within 10 days. Establishment must be maintained free of pests.<<>>.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Dec 17, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: An email with labeling guidance was sent to the operator.
Inspector's notes
A certified food protection manager was not available during 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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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
It the walk-in cool cooler, products that were bottled/jarred during the week had internal temperatures of 46*F. The ambient temperature was 47°F. The PIC stated the rise in temperature was due to the door being left opened within the last couple of hours. The door was properly closed and the food items measured 43°F at the end of the inspection. The ambient temperature was measured at 38°F. Packaged food must be stored at 41°F for at least 5 days. 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.
Inspector's notes
The logs for the production of krauts and Beet kvass are not being properly filled out. The pH measurements within 7 days of fermentation are not being recorded. The PIC was shown the missing records. Reviewed approval letter with the PIC and was informed of the required pH measurement at the time of inspection. Documentation for critical control points in approved variance/HACCP must be completed, available for review, and retained as required by approved variance/HACCP plan. <<>>.
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Repeat Violation 8-103.12 (B) - Priority Foundation: Conformance with Approved Procedures; HACCP records. 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/3978/Food-Variances.
Inspector's notes
Rodent droppings were found near the walk-in cooler and in the dry storage area. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the droppings. Please contact a licensed pest control specialist to address the issue. Please clean and sanitize areas and remove all droppings from the kitchen prior to a re-inspection within 10 days. Establishment must be maintained free of pests.<<>>.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Sep 8, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Reviewed pest control receipts and verified removal of pest evidence.
Aug 25, 2025Routine2 foundationB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Reviewed HACCP/Variance records. Reviewed pH meter calibration. Instructed the PIC not sell fermented garlic until approval is granted.
Inspector's notes
During inspection, the fermentation logs were not properly filled, and some batches were missing the pH measurements at day 7.
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8-103.12 (B) - Priority Foundation: Conformance with Approved Procedures; HACCP records. 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/3978/Food-Variances. Predefined Comment: Documentation for critical control points in approved variance/HACCP must be completed, available for review, and retained as required by approved variance/HACCP plan.
Inspector's notes
A large gap was observed under the outer door in the dry storage area. The PIC was shown the gap. Please correct this issue to prevent pests from entering the facility. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Addl Notes: Rodent droppings were found in the storage area and near the walk-in cooler of the facility. The PIC was shown the droppings. Please contact a licensed pest control company to address the issue. A re-inspection will be conducted in 10 days to ensure the issue has been resolved. For the re-inspection, please have pest control receipts available and remove droppings from the facility.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Apr 24, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed HACCP Plans logs, approval letter. Instructed the PIC to provide updated HACCP plans for the pending variance submittal.
2024
Dec 5, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed production logs for 6/18/25, 10/8/24, and 8/29/24. Discussed the requirement of keeping product under refrigeration for 5 days after bottling
Aug 14, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Audited production dates for 6.18.24, 6.27.24, and 7.4.24. Reviewed pH meter calibration, handwashing, cleaning and sanitizing procedures, and labeling.
Apr 23, 2024RoutinecleanA
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 was emailed and received by the PIC at the time of inspection. Reviewed HACCP log for Beet Kvas and Krauts for the following dates: 3/28/24, 1/23/24,10/18/23, and 10/19/23. Of note: Reviewed handwashing procedures, glove usage, and labeling requirements.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Suzette Smith
2023
Dec 11, 2023RoutinecleanA
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 was emailed and received by the PIC at the time of inspection. Of note: Informed the PIC to email written procedures for any new products for review. Audited HACCP records for 10/18/23, 6/28/23, and 4/20/23. No production was occurring at the time of inspection. 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,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Suzette Smith
Aug 30, 2023Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC
This establishment received a(n) C Grade and had 2 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was emailed and received by the PIC at the time of inspection. Of note: Reviewed HACCP records for fermentation and audited several days. Reviewed procedure of keeping packaged products at 41*F for 5 days prior to distribution. Reviewed proper glove usage. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM): The person in charge (PIC) did not have the CFPM at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection.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 602-506-682Award: C,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Suzette Smith
PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: 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. A kitchen employee was observed touching nose with gloved hands while slicing beets. The person in charge was informed of the issue and employee was immediately instructed properly wash hands at the time of inspection. Per FDA Food , food employees must wash their hands after any activity which may result in contamination of the hands this includes handling raw meats, touching bare human body parts (except arms), coughing or sneezing, using the toilet, and handling dirty equipment or utensils. Switching gloves only is not sufficient. A when to wash hands handout was given to the person in charge as well as a sticker on how to wash hands. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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. Employees cleaning and scrubbing equipment with a Quat sanitizer, rinsing it off with water, followed-up by air drying. The person in charge (PIC) was informed of the issue. The PIC stated the employees mistook the Quat sanitizer as liquid soap. The PIC trained the employee on proper warewashing procedures in the 3-compartment sink. The 3-compartment sink set-up correctly by the PIC at the time of inspection by first washing/scrubbing with soap, rinsing with water, and sanitizing with Quat solution (200-400ppm). All equipment an utensils were re-washed and re-sanitized again. A sticker regarding 3-compartment sink was provided to the PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →