Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill
A2235 S Power Rd, Mesa 85209
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-65312
Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
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Inspection history18 on record
2026
Jul 21, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted. Inspection report emailed.
Apr 14, 2026Routine2 priority2 coreC°
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Discussed beverage storage at the bar- ice used for drinks may not be used as an exterior coolant. Inspection report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on duty during all hours of operation. Please certify additional staff prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Inspector's notes
**2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION** Observed raw chicken wings stored above cooked chicken wings and raw beef on the rack in the walk-in cooler. All raw animal products must be stored below ready-to-eat foods and raw animal products must be stored according to final cooking temperatures based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Chicken wings were rearranged and properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 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
**3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION** Observed cooked chicken wings in the walk-in and reach-in cooler on the line dated 4/7 (1 day past discard date). Ready-to-eat, TCS (time and temp controlled for safety) foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed dust accumulation on ceiling vents. Observed food debris on racks used to transport clean dishes. All nonfood contact surfaces and physical facilities must be kept clean and free of debris to prevent contamination. Please clean and maintain clean prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
2025
Dec 9, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundationC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no paper towels in handwashing sink next to salad station. PIC restocked 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. Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw chicken stored above beef in walk-in cooler and raw pork stored above jalapenos and leafy greens. Foods were rearranged 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. Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed sliced turkey 11/29, ham 11/29, pastrami 11/29, cavatappi 11/29, al pastor 12/1, taco beef 12/2, meatballs 12/1 stored in prep table more than 7 days.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: 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. Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1).
Oct 16, 2025Routine2 priority3 foundation6 coreD°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed filters with accumulation of dust and debris. PLease maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent hazard. **repeat violation**
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4-202.18 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
Inspector's notes
Certified Food Protection manager not available upon request. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Obtain prior to next routine 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
Inspector's notes
Observed several personal beverages stored throughout the kitchen. PIC rearranged at time of inspection. Please designate an area for employee personal items to be stored to prevent contamination.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Observed no paper towels available in handwashing sink next to server station. PIC restocked 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. Predefined Comment: 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. **repeat violation 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: 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. Addl Notes: Observed no hand soap at bar handwashing sink. PIC restocked at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: 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. **repeat violation**
Inspector's notes
Observed plastic bottles with dried food bbq sauce stored clean in dish area. PIC discarded at time of inspection.
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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
Inspector's notes
Observed pig wings (10/3), lemon habanero 10/4, salsa roja 10/4, garlic parmesian 10/4, smoked wings 10/7, carne asada 10/7, meatballs 10/4, salsa verde 10/5 stored in walk-in cooler more than 7 days past discard date. PIC discarded at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: 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. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1).
Inspector's notes
Observed cough medication and other medication stored directly above seasonings. PIC rearranged items. Discussed designating area for personal items and also discussed the five food borne illness symptoms.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage
Inspector's notes
Observed salsa roja and cavatapi noodles cooling in deep plastic containers with an internal temperature of 62*f. According to PIC, items had been previously cooled 1 hour prior to inspection and were moved to shallow pans at time of inspection. Discussed approved cooling methods.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed bags of ice stored directly on floor in walk-in freezer. PIC re-arranged at time of inspection.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Predefined Comment: Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice scooper handle stored directly in ice.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice machine leaking water onto floor. Maintain in good repair and correct prior to next routine inspection. **repeat violation
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4-204.120 - Core: Equipment Compartments, Drainage
Oct 1, 2025Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended1 priority
Inspector's notes
Observed walk-in cooler holding ambient air temperature of 51*F at start of inspection. All cold TCS foods stored in walk-in cooler such as TCS ranch dressing, milk, heavy cream, raw bacon, nacho cheese, salsa, mixed cheese, cheddar, swiss, provolone, American, pepper jack, pico de gallo, chihuaha cheese, goat cheese, raw shelled eggs, cooked wings, ground beef, meatballs, hot dogs, coleslaw, lettuce, with an internal temperature of 49-50*f. PIC had previously noticed rise in temperature of walk-in cooler. The establishment did not have adequate refrigeration to sustain business operations. PIC made a service call to get cooler repaired and was instructed to contact health department when repairs are completed and cooler is maintaining temperature below 41*F in order to have suspension lifted to operate. All TCS foods were set aside to be discarded.
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8-404.11 - Priority: Ceasing Operations and Reporting. Predefined Comment: A permit holder shall immediately discontinue operations and notify the regulatory authority if an imminent health hazard may exist because of an emergency such as a fire, flood, extended interruption of electrical or water service, sewage backup, misuse of poisonous or toxic materials, onset of an apparent foodborne illness outbreak, gross insanitary occurrence or condition, or other circumstance that may endanger public health. Corrective Action: Correct at once.
May 6, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation4 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen and in bar area. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: 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. Addl Notes: Observed no hand soap at bar handwashing sink. PIC provided soap for handwash sink 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 blueberries with organic matter in prep table. PIC discarded at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source. Predefined Comment: All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dead cockroaches throughout floor of establishment. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection.
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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests
Inspector's notes
Observed ice machine leaking water onto floor. PIC stated hose was disconnected. Maintain in good repair and correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-204.120 - Core: Equipment Compartments, Drainage
Inspector's notes
Observed clean container with old date mark being used to store raw chicken wings. PIC removed day dots at time of inspection. Discussed importance of removing day dots after warewashing.
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4-603.12 - Core: Precleaning
Inspector's notes
Observed heavy accumulation of grease and other debris in hood filters above fryer and stove top. Discussed increasing frequency of cleaning to prevent accumulation of debris.
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4-202.18 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
2024
Dec 9, 2024Routine4 priority1 coreall corrected on siteD°
Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
ROP salmon holding in walk-in from thaw state. Salmon removed from packaging at time of inspection. Fish must be removed from ROP completely before thawing. *2nd repeat* Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Inspector's notes
Walk-in fridge found carton of blueberries with white organic matter. Directly outside walk-in on dry storage shelf two whole onion with pronounced organic growth. All Discarded. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed cheese shredder equipment stored as clean with cheese residue on food contact surfaces. According to kitchen staff, shredded was last used previous day prior to inspection. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspect. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. *3rd repeat violation* Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed hot line black beans double panned at 120*f degrees. Kitchen staff stated hot line had not been rotated for 7 hours. Discarded. Please maintain hot above 135*f degrees. *2nd repeat* Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Cookline main reach in holding cut lettuce, sliced cheese, artichoke dip, pork belly, el pastor between 45-50*f degrees. Items had been in unit for several hours. Discarded. Unit confirmed holding 32*f degrees. Determined unit had an issue holding previous day, food was removed, placed back in unit and did not reach 41*f degrees after fixed. Corrective Action: Corrected 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.
Sep 27, 2024Routine5 priority1 foundation3 coreD°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no paper towels available at handwashing sink in bar area.
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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. Predefined Comment: PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw ground beef stored above cooked al pastor meat on rack in walk-in cooler. Also observed raw chicken in ziplock bag stored directly in same container as raw beef. PIC rearranged items 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. Predefined Comment: 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. Also discussed properly separating raw foods in separate containers and according to cooking temperature to prevent cross contamination.
Inspector's notes
Observed organic debris on soda spray nozzle in bar area and ice machine in back of establishment. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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. Addl Notes: Observed cheese shredder equipment stored as clean with cheese residue on food contact surfaces. According to PIC, shredded was last used previous day prior to 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. Predefined Comment: Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing.
Inspector's notes
Observed nacho cheese stored in steam well warmer with an internal temperature of 130*F. According to PIC, cheese was stored in warmer for 1 hour and was re-heated to 165*F prior to moving back to warmer.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above.
Inspector's notes
Observed garlic parmesan sauce made-in house 9/20, al pastor 9/20, bone marrow 9/11 in walk-in cooler stored past 7 days.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: 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. Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1).
Inspector's notes
Observed Cockroach killing powder stored in establishment. PIC discarded powder at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-206.13 (A) - Priority: Tracking Powders, Pest Control and Monitoring Predefined Comment: All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw salmon thawing in ROP bag in walk-in cooler.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dead German cockroaches throughout kitchen floors. PIC provided receipt from Sexton Pest Control services provided on 9/27 prior to inspection. Receipt states general pest control treatment is provided on a monthly basis.
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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist.
Inspector's notes
Observed black grease debris and dust heavily accumulated in filters above stove top and fryers. PIC stated hood would be serviced on 10/1 but could not provide documentation at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-202.18 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
May 21, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected. Prep table was repaired and holding ambient air temperature of 36*F. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Javier Faucio
May 16, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon Re-inspection violations have not been corrected. Establishment is using ice to maintain cold TCS foods cold. Service repairs are scheduled for 5.17.24.Emailed reportNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Javier Faucio
May 14, 2024Routine4 priority1 foundationD°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 4 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation and 1 Core Violations on this inspection.Will re-inspect on 5.15.24A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [21], [3-501.18], which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. Must obtain within 90 days. Emailed ReportNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 27,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA - TH,Signer: Javier Faucio
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11, P: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source. Observed ghost pepper cheese stored in prep table, visible with organic debris. PIC, discarded at time of inspection. . Discussed importance of monitoring TCS products closely to ensure they remain intact and unadulterated. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11, P: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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 deli slicer on food prep counter with accumulation of food debris on food contact surfaces. Per PIC, the deli slicer was last used 1 day prior to inspection. PIC washed, rinsed, and sanitized the deli slicer at the time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency of food contact surfaces with the PIC. Discussed the importance of storing all food contact surfaces clean to prevent accumulation of food debris. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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 shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, raw calamari, raw shrimp, pico de gallo, artichoke dip (sour cream based), ground beef, pastor, in prep table with an internal temperature of 46-48*f. PIC moved TCS products to walk-in cooler to rapidly chill. Also observed green salsa and orange salsa (TCS) with an internal temperature of 70-82*F. According to PIC, salsa was being stored at room temp while in use and was instructed to discard. New container of salsa was placed in ice to ensure cold temperature is maintained below 41*F. All cold TCS foods must be kept at or below 41*F at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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 black beans 5/5, pulled pork 4/29, pork belly 5/3, brisket 5/4 stored in walk-in cooler more than 3 days past the discard date. PIC discarded foods a time of inspection. Discussed monitoring foods closely to ensure they are stored for a maximum of 7 days, including prep date. ***REPEAT VIOLATION** Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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. Observed primary prep table holding ambient air temperature of 46*F. Please make repairs prior to 5.15.24. All cold holding equipment must be at or below 41*f at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Dec 15, 2023Routine2 priority1 foundation2 coreC°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [13], [3-302.11], which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager- please ensure a certified food protection manager is on the premises during all hours of operation.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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,Embargo Lbs: 24,Signer: Zulma Garcia
Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: 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. **REPEAT VIOLATION** Observed raw beef stored over fish and shrimp in walk-in cooler. Also observed, pre-cooked meatballs and ham stored in same container as raw beef. PIC rearranged items at time of inspection and designated section for all raw proteins. Discussed importance of storing raw proteins according to cooking temperatures to prevent cross contamination and also discussed storing raw proteins below ready to eat foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st
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 chile colorado (12/5), meatballs (12/8), consome with beef broth (11/30), bone broth (12/7), chicken thighs (12/7) stored in walk-in cooler for more than 7 days. PIC discarded food at time of inspection. Discussed importance of storing foods for a maximum of 7 days. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-3-501.15 (A), Pf: 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. Observed grilled chicken cooling on table at room temperature. PIC immediately moved product to walk-in cooler. Discussed approved cooling methods with PIC. Also observed carne asada stored in water on grill top with an internal temperature of 96*F. PIC stated carne asada was extra from a previous order made 30 minutes prior. Instructed PIC to re-heat to 165*F to properly cool down from 135*F - 70*F in two hours and from 70*F to 41*F in 4 hours. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest Obseved several dead German cockroaches throughout establishment. Please remove dead cockroaches. Requested pest control records, employee was unable to locate. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
? Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Observed boxes of food in the freezer stored on the floor. Please ensure food is 6 inches off the floor and ice buckets are not stored on the floor to prevent contamination from the premises. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Sep 8, 2023Routine1 priority3 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager- please ensure a certified food protection manager is on the premises during all hours of operation.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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: 0,Signer: Caterina Mazzotta
Core-2-401.11, C: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco ////// Observed an employee eaten sandwich on the expo line. Please ensure employee food is consumed separately from where customer food is prepared and served. Sandwich was removed at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: 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. ////// Observed raw chorizo and a raw egg stored above squeeze bottles of sauces in the reach-in cooler on the cook line. All raw animal foods must be stored underneath ready-to-eat foods to prevent contamination. Chorizo and egg were moved below sauces at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises ////// Observed ice buckets being stored on the floor next to ice machine. Discussed storing buckets on a sheet tray on top of the ice machine for ease of access and so the surface used for storing is washed, rinsed, and sanitized frequently. Observed boxes of food in the freezer stored on the floor. Please ensure food is 6 inches off the floor and ice buckets are not stored on the floor to prevent contamination from the premises. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-5-501.17, C: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered ////// Please provide covered trash cans for the stalls in the womens' restroom. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →