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Mimi Forno Italiano

A

3624 W Baseline Rd, Laveen 85339-3019

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-64695

Italian — Wood-fired pizza and fresh pastaWebsite

Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

94
Excellent

Laveen restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 29, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 29, 2023 — Routine — score 19 (4 priority, 4 foundation, 1 core)May 2, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 6, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Dec 13, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 20, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 19, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 24, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 28, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Apr 28, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

2025

Oct 24, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Aug 19, 2025Routine1 coreA

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of 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 Predefined Comment: 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.

May 20, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°

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

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

Inspector's notes

Observed Bolognese sauce out of temperature at 53F in 8 hrs of cooling. Discussed with PIC that when cooling TCS foods, need to 135-70 in 2 hrs and 70 - 41F in next 4 hrs.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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: Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed mop sink closet door with buildup of dirt debris, walls to entrance of restroom with buildup dirt debris, and floors in kitchen and bar area with peeling paint. Discussed with PIC that walls and floors need to be cleanable, smooth and good repair.

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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently and maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2024

Dec 13, 2024Routine1 coreA

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed broken refrigerator door under prep table at pizza station. Discussed with PIC that all equipment must be in good repair.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Aug 6, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed quaternary sanitizer rag bucket at server station at 0ppm, employee remade sanitizer bucket at time of inspection and tested. Discussed with PIC to ensure buckets are changed out frequently and tested to ensure they are at the appropriate range (150-400ppm). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

May 2, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--No certified food protection manager (CFPM) was on site at time of inspection. Discussed having someone with a CFPM certification on site during all hours of operation per updated MCEHC.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.PIC provided sample copy of updated menu with consumer advisory disclosure added, please finalize and have updated menu available as soon as possible. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed and printed. 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: Josefina Rodriguez

#44 — Utensils, Equipment and Linens; Properly Stored, Dried, HandledCore4-901.11

Core-4-901.11, C: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required ---Observed various plastic containers over 3-compartment sink stacked upon each other, prior to being dry. Discussed with PIC to ensure that all equipment is dry before stacking. PIC moved trays so that they may properly dry before restacking. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 29, 2023Routine4 priority4 foundation1 coreD

This establishment received a(n) D Grade and had 4 Priority, 4 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager-----Observed no certified food manager onsite at time of inspection. A certified food protection manager is required onsite during all hours of operation. Correct prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation. This is the second consecutive violation.Inspection conducted with RS# 998. 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 website.https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: D,Email Sent: CHECKED,Embargo Lbs: 316,Request Notes: On Hold,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Signer: Josephina Rodriguez

#1 — Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs DutiesPriority foundation2-102.11

Priority Foundation-2-102.11(A), B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16), Pf: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge-----Observed no certified food manager onsite during inspection. Also observed multiple priority violations. PIC was unable to answer all questions relating to foodborne and explain exclusion/restriction requirements relating to employee illness policy. All priority violations were corrected at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: When 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 employee touch apron and proceed to touch pizzas without washing hands. Also observed employee wash dirty dishes and touch clean dishes without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with the PIC and when hand washing is required. Employees washed hands at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing with the PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#9 — No Bare Hand Contact with RTE Foods or a Pre-Approved Alternate Properly FollowedPriority3-301.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11, P: Preventing Contamination from Hands; Bare Hand Contact with Ready to Eat Foods. 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 employee touch lemons and place on iced tea glass rim with bare hands. Bare hand contact is not permitted with ready to eat foods. Lemon was embargoed at time of inspection. Discussed options for lemons including washed and gloved hands, tongs, or other utensil to prevent bare hand contact. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

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 employee wash knife in hand sink by pizza prep area. Discussed proper washing for food contact surfaces and limitations for hand sink use with PIC. Employee discontinued practice at time of inspection. Hand wash sinks may only be used for hand washing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Priority Foundation-4-601.11(A), Pf: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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 dried on food debris on can opener and on deli slicer. PIC relocated all items to 3-compartment sink to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Utensils, equipment, and food contact surfaces must be maintained clean to sight and touch. 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 cooked lasagna, cooked alfredo cream sauce, cooked chicken broth, cooked Bolognese, raw salmon, raw squid, cooked mushrooms, cooked sausage, cooked marinara sauce, and cooked meatballs at 46-53'F in reach-in cooler closest to dishwasher. Per PIC, all items were placed in cooler more than 4 hours prior to inspection. All items were embargoed and discarded at time of inspection. Observed top pans of lasagna on top shelf to be blocking air flow to bottom portion of cooler and bottom portion of cooler to have a minimum ambient air temperature of 43.3'F at start of inspection. After items were discarded and air flow was restored, ambient air temperature of cooler measured to be 38.2'F. Discussed proper cold holding with the PIC. All TCS foods held cold must be held at 41'F or below at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18, P: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.-----Observed cooked lasagna with prep date of 11/22/2023 in reach-in cooler and cooked pasta noodles with prep date of 11/19/2023. All items were embargoed at the time of inspection. Discussed date marking procedures with the PIC. All RTE/TCS foods must be date marked after 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made or removed from the freezer as day 1). Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use-----Observed ant and roach spray stored on shelf across from 3-compartment sink. PIC removed the ant and roach spray from establishment at the time of inspection. Discussed proper pest control measures with the PIC. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-403.11

Core-6-403.11, C: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking-----Observed employee beverages stored throughout kitchen on prep tables and employee food stored throughout coolers. Employee beverages and employee foods must be stored in a dedicated place to prevent contamination. Provide approved and designated storage area for employee drinks and beverages prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Aug 29, 2023RoutinecleanA

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager-- The person in charge at the time of inspection was not a certified food protection manager.Correct prior to next routine inspection. Third consecutive violation.For information on obtaining manager certification visit https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants**2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager(A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM._____Provided Department document regarding guidance for consumer advisories via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. E-mailed and verified inspection report was received.Award: A,Signer: Tania Martinez

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