Palomar Phoenix Hotel
C°2 E Jefferson St, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-64343
Score based on 15 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
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Inspection history15 on record
2026
Aug 25, 2026Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed testing frequency for ware washing machine. Discussed repair of cooler handles. Discussed weather related processes for outdoor service at bar
Inspector's notes
Observed raw shelled eggs in walk in cooler stored above yogurt at time of inspection. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed sprayer nozzle on hose connected to mop sink with AVB. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.12 (A) - Priority: Prohibiting a Cross Connection; Drinking Lines
Apr 6, 2026Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with person in charge about ensuring hand wash sinks are easily accessible and discussed cleaning procedures for drinking cups at outdoor bar.
Inspector's notes
Observed bar handwash sink to have no paper towels as well as handwash sink in kitchen in dishwashing area. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed 2-door reach in fridge by walk-in fridge to hold TCS items with internal temperatures above 41°F. Items include 2 boxes of individual bottles of chocolate milk (49°F), 3 gallons of milk (50°F), 2 boxes of 1/2 pint cartons of milk (49°F), and a box of individual yogurt (50°F). Person in charge (PIC) stated all items had been in the unit over the weekend. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed 2-door reach in fridge next to walk-in fridge to have an ambient temperature of 55*F (measured with min/max thermometer), with unit digital thermometer to read 40*F. Establishment will not store food in unit until it is repaired. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
Observed shut off spray nozzle attached to mop sink hose stored below flood rim line. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection and stored hose at least 1" above flood rim. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap
2025
Oct 23, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed par-cooked burgers in prep cooler nearest to ovens at the time of inspection. PIC stated burgers are grill marked, cooled, and held prior to finishing for service on the grill. Discussed with PIC that non-continuous cooking requires prior approval of written procedures. Provided non-continuous documents to PIC at time of inspection. PIC instructed staff to fully cook all burgers at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC discontinuing non-continuous cooking until procedures are written and approved. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-401.14 (F) - Priority Foundation: Non-Continuous Cooking of Raw Animal Foods: Documentation. 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/4616/25575/AMC-Toolbox---Cooking.
Jul 29, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed disconnecting downstream shut off in between uses at mop sink.
Apr 30, 2025Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Suggested covered garnish trays to prevent contamination from consumers/premises.
Inspector's notes
Observed bar staff handle RTE garnish with bare hands. RTE food that was contacted by bare hands was discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11(B) - Priority: Preventing Contamination from Hands. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed active warewashing at poolside bar. Chemical warewashing machine at pool bar observed to be dispensing chlorine concentration of less than 50ppm. PIC stated sanitizer solution was not hooked up properly and adjusted connection at time of inspection. Chlorine concentration reading 100ppm after adjustment by PIC. Food contact surfaces were rewashed again under proper sanitizer concentration. Chlorine sanitizer concentration shall be 50-100ppm. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat 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.
2024
Sep 24, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Sep 17, 2024Routine2 priorityC°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed not using the outside bar cooler to store any TCS foods.
Inspector's notes
Observed the dishwashing machine located in the outside bar having a chlorine sanitizer concentration of 0 ppm. Person in charge states they will get it repaired as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels (50-100 ppm of chlorine) and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels to ensure food contact surfaces are being properly sanitized. Reinspection will be conducted on or before 9/20. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cut oranges and limes being out in the outside bar without being covered or protected from contamination at the time of inspection. These food items were being in contact with the mister water and were voluntarily discarded. Discussed the importance of protecting all garnishes from the environment/consumers by being covered. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-306.11 - Priority: Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers. 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.
Jun 26, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed Par Cooking Procedures and dishwashing maintenance.
Inspector's notes
Observed black organic matter building up on the plastic tab located inside the of ice machine which was wiped off using an alcohol pad. Person in charge states they will clean the unit more frequently. Discussed the importance of cleaning these units frequently to prevent any build up of dust/organic matter. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed liquid eggs and Bloody Mary Mix (Tomato Cocktail) in the bar cold holding unit having internal temperature of 47-49*F. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of these food items at the time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. 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.
Feb 7, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Lenny S.
Jan 30, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Upon re-inspection, violations #14 remains to be corrected.Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered via 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, orContact 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-181Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Lenny Skorcz
Priority Foundation-4-501.112, Pf: Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. 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 the dishwashing machine located in the bar area with chlorine sanitizer detected at 0ppm chlorine concentration. Concentrations of chlorine for sanitization must be between 50ppm and 100ppm. Person in charge will schedule maintenance. Indoor kitchen dishwasher is to be used until outdoor dishwasher is repaired and functioning. Reinspection to occur in about 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Jan 19, 2024Routine1 priorityB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Storm Miller
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher in poolside bar dispensing 0ppm of chlorine. Concentrations of chlorine for sanitization must be between 50ppm and 100ppm. Person in charge will schedule maintenance. Indoor kitchen dishwasher is to be used until outdoor dishwasher is repaired and functioning. Reinspection to occur in about 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Jan 8, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permitinvoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive acopy 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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed and confirmed.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Charlissa Dodge
2023
Dec 18, 2023Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Upon re-inspection, violations #14 remains to be corrected.Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Charlissa D.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Charlissa D.
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-501.112, Pf: Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. 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 the dishwashing machine located in the bar area only reaching a temperature of 110*F for its hot water sanitation cycle. Person in charge states they are using chemical sanitizer but no sanitizer was detected. Discussed how proper sanitation using hot water can be achieved when a temperature of at least 160*F is met. Reinspection for the dishwashing unit will be conducted within 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
Oct 5, 2023Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Upon re-inspection, violations #14 remains to be corrected.Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Alex R.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Alex R.
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-501.112, Pf: Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. 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 the dishwashing machine located in the bar area only reaching a temperature of 120*F for its hot water sanitation cycle. Person in charge called a tech to come look at the unit. Discussed how proper sanitation using hot water can be achieved when a temperature of at least 160*F is met. Reinspection for the dishwashing unit will be conducted within 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Sep 12, 2023Routine2 foundationB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Alex R.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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-RequestForm-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Alex Robinson
Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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.---Observed a cutting knife and some chickpea being present inside the handwashing sink located closest to the grill/ovens. Person in charge removed the knife and instructed employees to only use the handwashing sink for handwashing. Discussed the importance of only using handwashing sinks for handwashing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-501.112, Pf: Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. 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 the dishwashing machine located in the bar area only reaching a temperature of 121*F for its hot water sanitation cycle. Person in charge called a tech to come look at the unit. Discussed how proper sanitation using hot water can be achieved when a temperature of at least 160*F is met. Reinspection for the dishwashing unit will be conducted within 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
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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 →