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Big Island Hawaiian BBQ

B°

2919 S Market St, Gilbert 85295

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-63925

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

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

94
Excellent

Gilbert restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 16, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 14, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 15, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 4, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 10, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 17, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 20, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 30, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jul 13, 2026 — Routine — score 75 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)75
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Jul 13, 2026Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed no hand drying provisions at the hand wash sinks near the front counter and main service line. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Each handwashing sink must be provided with hand drying provisions at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 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. Addl Notes: Observed a stone block and a green scrub pad sitting in the basin of the hand wash sink near the 3 compartment sink. PIC removed items blocking the hand wash sink at time of inspection. A handwashing sink must be maintained so that it is always accessible for employee use and may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. 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.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a bag of raw fish stored above RTE macaroni salad and cut carrots located in the walk-in cooler. 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. PIC 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: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Observed cut cabbage sitting out at room temperature near the door to the kitchen, with an internal temperature range of 68F-70F. Per PIC, the cabbage was cut 2 hours prior to inspection. Discussed proper cooling methods with the PIC. The cut cabbage was moved to the walk-in for rapid cooling. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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.

Mar 30, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed rice scoop stored in water with an internal temperature 85F. 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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed interior of prep tables with heavy accumulation of food debris on surfaces throughout the unit. 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.

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

2025

Oct 20, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

Jul 17, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

Apr 10, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

2024

Dec 4, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed to person in charge.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed rice scoop being stored in water with a temperature of 120 degrees F. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. 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

Aug 15, 2024RoutinecleanA°

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

Mar 14, 2024Routine1 coreA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time 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: Not Participating,Signer: Ying Xia Cai

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces -- Observed build up of dust on the shelves in the walk in refrigerator. Clean routinely to prevent build up that could contaminate food. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Oct 16, 2023RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time 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: Not Participating,Signer: Feng Cai

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →