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Tasty Asian Kitchen

A

5115 N Dysart Rd, Litchfield Park 85340

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-61066

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

97
Excellent

Litchfield Park restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Dec 19, 2023 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Apr 30, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 5, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Nov 26, 2024 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Apr 15, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Sep 2, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Nov 25, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Mar 27, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Jul 2, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Jul 2, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Scoops for rice observed being stored in a container of room temperature water. Brought to attention of kitchen staff to remove from water. 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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

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

Mar 27, 2026Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

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

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

In walk-in cooler, container of raw chicken was being stored over cooked chicken and cooked beef. Also observed containers of raw chicken and pooled raw shell eggs being stored over ready to eat chicken. No cross contamination observed. Brought to attention of kitchen staff who rearranged food. Raw proteins shall be stored under ready to eat foods and according to cooking temperature to prevent cross contamination. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Handles for both upper and lower portions of reach-in coolers on line have moderate accumulation of tangible debris. Excess food debris also observed around rim of prep top of coolers of line. Brought to attention of person in charge to clean. Equipment shall be cleaned as needed to prevent excess debris from forming. *Second consecutive Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils

2025

Nov 25, 2025Routine3 coreA

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

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Large container of recently cooked noodles found covered in walk-in cooler.

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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Mechanical dishwasher not dispensing sanitizing chemical when operated at time of inspection. Per PIC, equipment was working earlier in the day.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Manually ware wash food equipment in three compartment sink. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 4-201.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength Addl Notes: Ice scoop at beverage station showing signs of disrepair. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Residue buildup found high touch surfaces throughout the food preparation area (i.e. - ice machine lid, stainless steel equipment, etc...)

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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 shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Sep 2, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--New Owners Packet

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Mechanical dishwasher not dispensing chemical sanitizer at time of inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Manually wash, rinse, and sanitize food equipment in three compartment sink. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Food equipment throughout food preparation area has buildup of residues (i.e.- food preparation coolers).

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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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Apr 15, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:– Prohibiting a Cross Connection (i.e. - mop sink)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Chemical Dispenser Y-valve

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsCore4-501.14

Inspector's notes

Substantial residue buildup found on interior surfaces of mechanical dishwasher. Clean equipment often enough to prevent recontamination of food contact surfaces. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.14 - Core: Warewashing Equipment, Cleaning Frequency

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

Inspector's notes

Ceiling surfaces in food preparation has buildup of residues.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2024

Nov 26, 2024Routine4 coreA

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

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Container of egg yolks found stored above container of beef.

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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. 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: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Mechanical dishwasher not registering proper sanitizing concentration per testing strips at time of inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair mechanical dishwasher to a state of good repair to properly sanitize food contact surfaces of food equipment prior to next routine inspection. Manually ware wash food equipment in three compartment sink. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Drain pipe to food preparation hand sink in disrepair.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Predefined Comment: Repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Ceiling surfaces in bar area are in disrepair.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Sep 5, 2024Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--New Owners Packet

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

Inspector's notes

Food equipment (i.e. - food prep coolers, wire shelves in walk-in cooler, food containers, etc...) have build up 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Walls and ceiling surface has residue build up.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Apr 30, 2024Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.--Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized --Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices (i.e. - testing strips (chlorine)--Food and non-food-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, Constructed and used (i.e. - freezer food containers)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Cai Situ

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Mechanical dishwasher not properly functioning (no sanitizer reading per testing strip). Facility using three compartment sink to manually wash, rinse, and sanitize. Per food employee, technician has been contacted for service. Do not use mechanical dishwasher until unit can properly sanitize food contact surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Dec 19, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed not cooling shrimp on time portion of sandwich prep table. This area is only for holding cold food cold.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Cai S.Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with 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-181.Award: B,Signer: Cai Situ

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority foundation2-301.15

Priority Foundation-2-301.15, Pf: Where 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. Observed kitchen staff washing hands at food prep sink in kitchen. Handwashing must be completed at hand sink only. Staff were instructed to use hand sink when washing hands. Advised person in charge to educate staff on proper hand washing and location for washing hands. PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.12, P: Cleaning Procedure. 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 staff not use soap when washing hands only flushing under water. Staff were instructed with correct hand wash instructions. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Core-3-302.12, C: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food Observed many large containers storing ingredients that were not labeled. All containers holding product that cannot be easily identified by eyesight must be labeled with the ingredients common name (i.e Sugar, Salt, Flour, Corn starch) Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →