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Ono Hawaiian BBQ

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13070 W Rancho Santa Fe Blvd, Avondale 85392

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-71485

Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

96
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 7, 2023 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Sep 8, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 13, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Feb 23, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 20, 2024 — Routine — score 83 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 22, 2024 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 7, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 16, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 12, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 8, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 17, 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 history12 on record

2026

Jul 17, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.

Apr 8, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.

2025

Nov 12, 2025Routine1 coreA°

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed ice build-up on floor underneath the cooling unit in walk-in freezer. Discussed with PIC that physical facility and equipment required to be cleaned and maintained in good repair at all times and to continue storing food to avoid the condensation from falling onto food. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Jun 16, 2025Routine1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed ice build-up on floor underneath the cooling unit in walk-in freezer. Establishment is to manage the leak and ice accumulation from the cooling unit. Discussed with person in charge to continue storing food packages in such a way to avoid the leakage. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

Jan 7, 2025Routine1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-402.11

Inspector's notes

Observed missing caulking on sink and holes/deterioration on the red handle of the sink nearest to the cook line. Sink is still operable and person in charge stated they have an appointment with maintenance to come repair it. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation

2024

Oct 22, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cutting board requirements, hand washing policies, and communication between staff and management.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Observed chlorine concentrations above 200ppm in the three compartment sink while actively washing dishes. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Discussed importance of sanitizer concentration and testing with employees and the Person in Charge. Discussed training staff on proper procedures with PIC. Ensure all chlorine sanitizer concentrations are between 50-100ppm at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-402.12

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple handsinks with caulking separating from the sink in multiple areas. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-402.12 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing

May 20, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager: No certified Food Manager present at time of inspection. In Compliance with Food Code, Maricopa County now requires a Food Manager Present during operating hours. Emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources of where to acquire a Food Manager Certification. Correct prior to next routine inspection.Discussed routinely defrosting the prep table to avoid ice build up on the back of the unit that may affect performance. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsite.Check out the AMC Toolbox at https://www.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-ToolboxOn 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-181.Signer: Victor Jimenez,Award: Not Participating

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

Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation Observed multiple wiping buckets measuring at 10 PPM of Chlorine. Staff remade the sanitizer wiping bucket at the correct Chlorine concentration, at time of inspection. Reeducated staff on the recommended range of use for chlorine (50-100 PPM). Wiping buckets to be changed every 4 hours. Discussed the importance of reaching the recommended range as too little sanitizer may not disinfect the wiping cloth effectively. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A), P: Approved System Observed a sprayer nozzle attached to the backflow preventer on the mop sink. An employee detached the sprayer at time of inspection. Employees were re-educated on backflow prevention devise requirements and protection measures. Hoses and sprayer nozzles to be maintained as unattached from the backflow preventer unless in active use. Pressure can build up in system, if hoses or spray nozzles are left attached to the backflow preventer, which can cause the backflow preventer to fail. Backflow preventers are required to reduce the risk of contaminated water siphoning back into the main buildings water supply. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed ice crystal build up underneath the cooling unit which was dripping down onto sealed packages of chicken. Alerted the manager who knocked off the ice crystals from the boxes and moved the boxes of chicken to another spot in the freezer Establishment to manage the leak and ice crystal build up from the cooling unit. Staff to avoid placing foods directly below the cooling unit while the leak is still present. Establishment to fix the freezer so that it is in good repair before the next routine inspection. Discussed the importance of maintaining equipment in good repair with staff. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Feb 23, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon reinspection, violation #31 has been corrected. Fans have been replace inside the walk-in unit. The ambient air temperature of this unit was 38°F and food had internal temperatures between 38-39°F at the time of inspection. The establishment has implemented routine temperature checks and a temperature log to ensure the walk-in unit is working. No county legal action will result. Report emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Dennis Zhong

Feb 13, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory conducted to assess temporary repair. Establishment is closely monitoring temperature of the walk-in cooler and storing minimal products inside. Establishment is planning to replace necessary parts of walk-in cooler unit in order to maintain proper temperatures. Inspector will follow up for reinspection. No County legal action will result.

Feb 13, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB

This establishment received a BGrade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed. A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [20],[3-501.16(A)(2) and (B)], which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control intervention plan visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action. 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: B,Signer: Nahu Vazquez

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

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. --Observed multiple TCS food items (such as raw chicken and raw beef) in the walk-in cooler with internal temperatures between 48-49°F at the time of inspection. The ambient air temperature of the walk-in was between 49-51°F at the time of inspection (see violation 31). The Person in Charge (PIC) stated the food had internal temperatures below 41°F less than 4 hours before inspection time, so food in the walk-in cooler was moved to the walk-in freezer at the time of inspection. Discussed cold holding policies and procedures with the PIC. Provided guidance documents for cold holding and the link to the AMC toolbox on Maricopa County's website. Ensure all food being monitored by cold holding maintains internal temperatures of 41°F or below at ALL TIMES. This is the second consecutive violation. Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

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 walk-in cooler with ambient air temperatures between 49-51°F at the time of inspection. The PIC stated the walk-in had ambient air temperatures below 41°F less than 4 hours before inspection time, but the temperature was raised due to employees frequently entering and exiting this unit. Discussed the need for refrigeration units to maintain ambient air temperatures of 41°F or below at ALL TIMES. Discussed monitoring procedures and frequency with PIC. Establishment temporarily closed until a technician arrived and was able to repair the unit so air was blowing out of the unit fans at 38°F. The food in this unit must be able to maintain internal temperatures of 41°F or below at ALL TIMES, even with frequent entry into the unit. Reinspection will occur on Friday, February 23rd to ensure this violation is corrected and the walk-in is fully repaired. This is the second consecutive violation. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

2023

Sep 8, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon reinspection, violation #31 has been corrected. The ambient air temperature of the walk-in was 41°F. Discussed cold holding policies and thermometer use with the Person in Charge. No County legal action will result.Signer: Nahu Vazquez,Award: Re-Inspection

Sep 7, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

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. Inspection report emailed. A reinspection will occur on or before Friday, September 8th to ensure violation #31 is corrected. 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: Gimelda Medina

#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 multiple TCS food items such as raw beef and raw chicken in the walk-in refrigerator with internal temperatures between 48-49°F at the time of inspection. The ambient air temperature of the walk-in was 44-46°F (see violation 31). Discussed cold holding policies and procedures with the Person in Charge (PIC). Ice was placed around items to cool temperatures. Ensure all TCS food being monitored by cold holding maintains internal temperatures of 41°F or below at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

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 walk-in refrigerator with ambient air temperature between 44-46°F at the time of inspection. Food in this unit was 48-49°F. The PIC stated the walk-in temperature had been below 41°F that morning. Discussed thermometer use and calibration. Ice was placed throughout the walk-in to lower the temperature. A technician was scheduled for later in the day. A 24-hour reinspection will occur to ensure this violation is corrected. Ensure all cold holding equipment has ambient air temperatures below 41°F and is able to maintain food with internal temperatures of 41°F or below at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →