Central BBQ House
A7227 S Central Ave, Phoenix 85042
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-67229
Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history19 on record
2026
Jul 2, 2026Routine5 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed gap between front doors due to worn-out weather-stripping seal and exposing to outdoor. Discussed with PIC that outer openings are required to be maintained protected to prevent pests form entering facility.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be taken. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed leaky faucet at 3 compartment sink at bar. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be maintained in good repair at all times.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms.
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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms require a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice buildup around walk-in freezer door. Discussed with PIC that physical facility including equipment is required to be cleaned frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed lightbulb is burned out in walk-in freezer. Discussed with PIC that adequate light is required for all walk-in refrigeration.
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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting Predefined Comment: The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Mar 20, 2026Routine3 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed low pressure faucet at 3 compartment sink at the bar. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be in good repair at all times.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms.
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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed light bulb burned out in walk-in freezer. Discussed with PIC that adequate light is required for all walk-in refrigeration.
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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting Predefined Comment: The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10-foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2025
Oct 27, 2025Routine4 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup of food debris on prep-table refrigerator doors in kitchen and bar area, also spill soda in reach-in refrigerator floor. Discussed with PIC that all non-food contact surfaces required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of food, dirt and dust debris.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed hand sink faucet is loose in women's restroom. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be maintained in good repair at all times.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice buildup on walk-in freezer surrounding door. Discussed with PIC that physical facility and equipment must be cleaned frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, food, dirt and dust debris.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: 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. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed hinge is broken on walk-in freezer door. Discussed with PIC that physical facility and equipment must be maintained in good repair. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed lightbulb is out in walk-in freezer. Discussed with PIC that adequate light is required for all walk-in refrigeration.
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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting Predefined Comment: The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Jul 2, 2025Routine3 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed reach-in refrigerator doors at bar with food debris buildup. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces need to be cleaned more frequently.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms.
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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice buildup on freezer door and torn seal, walk-in cooler door with dirt buildup and chipped paint and kitchen floor and walk-in cooler floor with chipped paint. Discussed with PIC that physical facility must be maintain in good repair, smooth and cleanable at all times.
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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.
Mar 10, 2025Routine4 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice buildup on freezer door, door seals are torn. Discussed with PIC that freezer door seals need to be in good condition and freezer operation in good repair.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed urinals in men's restroom are not in operation. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing needs to be in good repair.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no covered waste receptacles in female restrooms. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacles required in unisex/female restrooms.
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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2024
Jul 31, 2024Routine3 coreA
Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Establishment has added a retail area with prep coolers, hand sink, and beverage making equipment. They are making boba teas and smoothies with cooked TCS boba, dairy products, and scooping ice. Predefined Comment: Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home.
Inspector's notes
Observed a bug zapper being used in the bar area, sitting on top of a low top refrigerator. Explained that this type of pest control is not allowed and that all pest control must be administered by certified applicator. PIC removed bug zapper at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests Addl Notes: Observed multiple dead roaches in the back storage and back dishwashing room. Per PIC, they are having regular pest control treatment twice a month. The PIC provided an invoice from last visit in 7/15/2024. Please clean all areas and remove dead pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.13 - Core: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation
Inspector's notes
Observed two rice scoops being stored in room temperature, standing water in between uses. Per PIC, they usually store them in a hot water well with water above 135F. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 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. Second Consecutive Violation.
Inspector's notes
Observed the metal lid of the floor mounted grease trap in the back dishwashing area to be rusted and damaged. There were large gaps around perimeter of the lid. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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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.
May 10, 2024Routine3 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 rights reviewed with Patricia Guerrero.Report provided to owner via email.Establishment is currently on a stipulated agreement with MCESD. At the time of this inspection, the establishmentwas found to be in compliance with the agreement.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: Patricia Guerrero
Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest Observed multiple dead roaches in back rooms where 3 compartment sink and mop sinks are located. PIC provided invoices that states certified pest control applicator is scheduled to come out once a month. Invoices for 3/18/2024 and 4/15/2024 were provided and next service is scheduled to take place within a week. Please continue to receive regular treatments and clean up all dead pests prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Observed pans of frozen raw meat stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Discussed with PIC that all food must be stored 6 inches off of the ground to prevent possible contamination. PIC moved item to shelf at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Observed rice scoops being stored in plastic containers of water at 80F. Please ensure that in use utensils are stored properly between use. This means either dry on the prep table and changed every 4 hours, in a constantly running dipper well, or in a device that is able to maintain a water temperature of 135F or hotter. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Apr 24, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Met on site with owner Sol Park to review all items that have been submitted for the Stipulation Settlement agreement. Reviewed new policies, procedures, and corrective actions. Discussed the remaining process of the Stipulation Settlement Agreement. Conducted walk-through of facility to assess the implemented corrective actions and new polices. Discussed process to be approved to make kimchi in house. Owner will reach out when ready to start process of obtaining approval of making kimchi in house. Facility is currently purchasing kimchi from a vendor. No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2023
Dec 28, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.Discussed pest control and maintenance. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Sung ho Park
Dec 11, 2023Routine2 priority5 foundation2 coreD°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 4 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days for pest and cold holding unit. AMC class scheduled for 12/19/2023.Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Letycia L.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.Review Complete: CHECKED,Request Review: CHECKED,Request Notes: Hold for Review,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Embargo Lbs: 36,Email Sent: CHECKED,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Letycia Luna ,Review Notes: QA
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 a carrot shredder and meat slicer being stored as clean but still having food residue present. Person in charge started to wash these equipment at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of equipment food contact surfaces and utensils being cleaned to sight and touch. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation 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.---In the main reach in cooler, observed mozzarella cheese, cooked wings, butter, cut cabbage, cooked corn, and nacho cheese having internal temperatures of 48-57*F. Also observed Korean Kimbap (vegetable sushi) having internal temperatures of 48*F in another cold holding case. Person in charge states these food items have been in the unit since the days before and voluntarily discarded them. Discussed how all time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods that are cold held must keep an internal temperature of 41*F or below to prevent bacterial growth. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use---Observed pesticide bottles throughout the establishment. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of them at the time of inspection. Discussed how all pest control must be done by certified applicator and such pesticides should not be present in the establishment. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-3-502.11, Pf: Variance Requirement. 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/3978/Food-Variances.---In the walk in cooler, observed the establishment making their own kimchi (fermented cabbage) with dates ranging from 11/10-11/29. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of them. Discussed how a variance is required for any fermentation process or keeping TCS foods longer than 7 days. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation 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 the main reach in cooler having an ambient temperature of 77*F. All TCS foods in the unit was voluntarily dispose of at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of having all cold holding units being able to keep an ambient temperature of 41*F or below to prevent bacterial growth of TCS foods. Please do not store any TCS foods in unit until it is working properly. Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence---In the dry storage area, observed a live rodent. Person in charge states they will get their pest control to service the establishment. Discussed the importance of maintaining the establishment free of pest/rodents to prevent any contamination. Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. Please have invoice of pest control at hand for reinspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-303.11, P: Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient. 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 liquor bottles being stored directly in the ice used for customer consumption. Employee was instructed to remove the bottles and dispose of the ice the bottles made contact with. Discussed the importance of not storing bottles in the ice used for customer consumption to prevent any contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods---Observed the walk in door not being able to close properly. Person in charge states they will repair that as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of making sure the walk in door closes properly to prevent the unit from malfunctioning. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting---Observed the walk in cooler not having sufficient lighting and the walk in freezer not having a functional light. Discussed The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches)above the floor in walk-in refrigeration. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Aug 3, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.Walk-in refrigerator measured with an ambient temperature of 38 degrees FPrep refrigerator measured with an ambient temperature of 39 degrees F.Self service refrigerated line has been removed and menu altered.Suspension has been lifted- approved to operateNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailedSigner: Trueman Park,Award: Re-Inspection
Aug 2, 2023Routine2 priority1 foundation1 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 # 20, 3-501.16, 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 actionDue to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Report printedThe Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Signer: Joaquin V,Review Notes: MJ - reviewed for content/embargo,Embargo Lbs: 12,Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED
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. Ware wash machine observed in use and not dispensing chlorine sanitizer- measured at 0ppm. Three compartment sink will used until ware wash machine is in good repair. Discussed using available test strips to ensure machine is in good repair and chlorine sanitizer is measuring between 50-100ppm Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 various cold holding issues in establishment. Walk-in refrigerator measured with an ambient temperature of 49 degrees F Items such as soup, rice noodles, kimchi, and dressing measured with internal temperatures ranging between 47-50 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Self service line measured with an ambient temperature of 57 degrees F. Items such as cooked/raw eggs, bean sprouts, and various leafy greens measured with internal temperatures ranging between 56-59 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Prep refrigerator near the kitchen entrance measured with an ambient temperature 53 degrees F. Items such as ranch, bean sprouts, kimchi, and cooked veggies measured with internal temperatures ranging between 47-59 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Discussed cold holding and conducting routine temperature checks. Due to lack of adequate refrigeration, permit is suspended- see immediate suspension report. 2nd consecutive 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 various cold holding issues in establishment. Walk-in refrigerator measured with an ambient temperature of 49 degrees F Items such as soup, rice noodles, kimchi, and dressing measured with internal temperatures ranging between 47-50 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Self service line measured with an ambient temperature of 57 degrees F. Items such as cooked/raw eggs, bean sprouts, and various leafy greens measured with internal temperatures ranging between 56-59 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Prep refrigerator near the kitchen entrance measured with an ambient temperature 53 degrees F. Items such as ranch, bean sprouts, kimchi, and cooked veggies measured with internal temperatures ranging between 47-59 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Discussed cold holding and conducting routine temperature checks. Due to lack of adequate refrigeration, permit is suspended- see immediate suspension report. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained. Ice machine in back of kitchen is leaking. Fix and ensure all plumbing is in good repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Aug 2, 2023Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended1 foundation
Maricopa County policy requires suspension of the operating permit of businesses with serious conditions constituting an imminent public health threat. Your permit is hereby suspended. If desired, you may request a hearing within 15 days. When violations are corrected call this office for a reinspection to reinstate your operating permit. If violations are not corrected or if a hearing is not requested within 25 days, your operating permit will be revoked.Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Report printedAward: Not Participating,Signer: Joaquin V
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 various cold holding issues in establishment. Walk-in refrigerator measured with an ambient temperature of 49 degrees F Items such as soup, rice noodles, kimchi, and dressing measured with internal temperatures ranging between 47-50 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Self service line measured with an ambient temperature of 57 degrees F. Items such as cooked/raw eggs, bean sprouts, and various leafy greens measured with internal temperatures ranging between 56-59 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Prep refrigerator near the kitchen entrance measured with an ambient temperature 53 degrees F. Items such as ranch, bean sprouts, kimchi, and cooked veggies measured with internal temperatures ranging between 47-59 degrees F. Items were recommended for discard. Discussed cold holding and conducting routine temperature checks. Due to lack of adequate refrigeration, permit is suspended- Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
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