PlateScore

Gus's New York Pizza

A°

7611 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix 85033

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-64429

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

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

96
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

Compare with another

Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 27, 2023 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 8, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Sep 18, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Feb 28, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 1, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 8, 2026 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)May 19, 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 history7 on record

2026

May 19, 2026Routine2 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling containers for chicken wings.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Did not observe a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty. Discussed with person in charge to work towards acquiring their CFPM. Person in charge is currently working towards renewing their CFPM. 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.

Show full county text

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed heavy grease accumulation on the main hood for the large pizza oven in the front service area. Discussed with person in charge to clean the hood on a more regular basis to prevent the accumulation of grease on the hood. The person in charge will have the hood cleaned. 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.

Show full county text

6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Jan 8, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed when to wash, fryer baskets and sanitizer testing strips.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a handwashing sink that was completely blocked by a table in the kitchen area. Person in charge relocated the table so that the handwashing sink was accessible. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Show full county text

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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed an excessive accumulation of grease and oil under and around the fryer in the main kitchen area as well as observed food debris on the walls near the fryer and also throughout the prep areas in the kitchen. Also observed heavy accumulation of grease on the fryer hood. Discussed with person in charge to clean the kitchen more frequently to prevent the accumulation of grease and other food residues in the kitchen. Person in charge will have the fryer area, hood and walls cleaned. 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.

Show full county text

6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Jul 1, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Feb 28, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with PIC to get new cutting board.

2024

Sep 18, 2024Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed getting new cutting boards. Throwing away old sanitizing stripes no longer needed to avoid confusion.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Show full county text

A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Show full county text

Observed organic growth on deflector plate of ice machine. Discussed with PIC to increase the cleaning frequency of ice machine. 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.

Apr 8, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailedOn 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: Omar M

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Hand washing sink in front area did not have cleanser available. Instructed PIC to stock cleanser. Discussed required hand washing supplies. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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. Observed individual sauces in bin by register. They measured with internal temperature ranging between 50-55 degrees F. Per PIC, they were prepped a couple of hours ago. Instructed PIC to either refrigerate or cover containers in ice bath. Discussed cold holding Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 27, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailedOn 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 formAward: B,Signer: Sharif Hamdan

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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. Observed individual ranch dressing cups stored on the service line measuring with an internal temperature of 77 degrees F. Per PIC, they were made approximately 2 hours ago and they meant to turn the refrigerated area of the line on. The ranch dressing cups were placed in the walk-in to rapidly cool. Discussed cold holding Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Nearby restaurants

Other places to eat within a short walk, with their current scores.

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 →