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Academy of Mathematics and Science South, Inc. - Desert Sky

A

5701 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85035

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-62820

Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Sep 15, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 8, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Sep 24, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 11, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 12, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Feb 3, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 26, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Aug 26, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed ice chunks and buildup on walk-in freezer floor. Observed large buildup on refrigerant lines. Discussed removal of all ice structures in freezer to prevent any future damage to freezer unit. 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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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Feb 3, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Reviewed cleaning schedule with person in charge. 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

2025

Aug 12, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed pale yellow organic matter on deflector of ice machine. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed ice build up in walk-in freezer. Also observed food debris on floor of freezer. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Feb 11, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Sep 24, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Mar 8, 2024Routine2 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 rights signed by Miguel V.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: A,Signer: Miguel Valenzuela

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Observed case of ice pops stored on floor of walk-in freezer. Discussed storing cases 6 inches from the floor to help prevent potential contamination. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed black matter on walls of walk-in cooler and debris on floor of walk-in freezer. Discussed conducting a deep cleaning and maintaining clean to ensure sanitary storage of food and beverage items. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Sep 15, 2023RoutinecleanA

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours. Provided handout with changes to Food Code.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 rights signed by Valeria B.Report emailed.Person in charge disclosed, prior to inspection, that reach-in cooler next to back exit door was not working properly. Ambient air temperature measured 49°F. No TCS food items were in cooler. Discussed keeping all cold-held TCS food items in walk-in cooler until reach-in unit has been serviced and is maintaining 41°F or below.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: Valeria B.

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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 →