Ono Hawaiian BBQ
A°3923 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix 85018
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-71487
Score based on 9 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 history9 on record
2026
Jun 1, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection. Discussed with manager about in-use utensil storage.
Feb 11, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with manager about labeling spray bottles, cooling methods, and having extra test strips available.
Inspector's notes
Observed handwashing sink next to 3-comp sink to be filled with utensils. 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. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed 2 rice scoops stored in ambient stagnant water. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. **Second Consecutive Violation**
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Repeat Violation 3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2025
Oct 3, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with person in charge about storing wet cloths in sanitizer bucket.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection present at time of inspection. 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. **Third Consecutive Violation**
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Repeat Violation 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 three spray bottles with chemicals without a label or common name. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Person in charge wrote chemical name on spray bottle. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers
Inspector's notes
Observed rice scoop stored in still water of 90*F. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Apr 28, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with person in charge about fixing slow leak with pipe under three comp sink.
Inspector's notes
Person in charge at establishment at the time of inspection did not have a CFPM certificate. 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. **Second repeat violation**
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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 2 sanitizer buckets measure 10ppm for chlorine. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Discussed with PIC about changing sanitizer buckets at timed intervals to ensure proper concentration. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations (50-100ppm for chlorine) at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. **Second repeat violation**
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Jan 3, 2025Routine1 priority3 coreB°
Report shared via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment is actively repairing wall and floor in bathroom hallway. Discussed with person in charge about insect management and labeling chemical bottles.
Inspector's notes
Person in charge at establishment at the time of inspection did not have a CFPM certificate. 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.
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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 beef on the bone in hot holding unit temp at 102*F. Person in charge (PIC) stated that it had been cooked approximately 10 minutes ago. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Discussed alternative methods for product to safe to serve, such as time as a control, or make to order. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed 2 sanitizer buckets measure 10ppm for chlorine. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Discussed with PIC about changing sanitizer buckets at timed intervals to ensure proper concentration. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations (50-100ppm for chlorine) at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
Observed dumpster enclosed with gate off the hinges. This allows the public to access the area and excess unwanted trash in area. Discussed with PIC about repairing gates, obtaining a lock for the gates, keeping dumpster lids closed, and cleaning up debris around dumpster. Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be maintained in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-501.111 - Core: Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair
2024
Aug 27, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed main handwashing sink by kitchen entrance have old and cracked caulking between sink and splashguard, causing water to leak from in between onto floor. Please correct so sink water no longer leaks onto floor.
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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 several cracked and missing tiles on the cook line and several more coping tiles knocked out of position as to allow passage from kitchen to interior wall space behind soda syrups. Also observed several coping tiles missing and broken by restrooms and by soda machine. Flooring shall be maintained to facilitate cleaning and the prevention of pests.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd violation**
May 13, 2024Routine2 priority2 coreC°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed to PICCore-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. No CFPM on site at time of inspection. Provide CFPM on site prior to next reinspection. Calibrated thermometerReviewed and discussed: Cold holding, Hot holding and food storage procedures.Recommended: Establishment of Vomitus and Diarrheal event procedure. A copy of MC guidelines emailed with report. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees. 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, orContact 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-181At Office: N,Award: Not Participating,Printed In Spanish: N,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Bogar Osorio,Water Sample: N
Core-2-401.11, C: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco. Observed two employee cups of soda without lids underneath prep table by dish pit. Employee drinks shall have lids and straws and be kept separate as to prevent contamination. PIC had employee add lids and straws and move drinks to utility rack near kitchen entrance. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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 cook on the cook line place raw chicken onto grill then move to cold side of line and grab lid of mac salad bin without changing gloves or washing hands. Employees must remove gloves, wash hands, and don new gloves when moving between raw and ready-to-eat foods. PIC stopped employee from continuing, instructed employee to wash hands and change gloves, and sent lid to be washed and sanitized. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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. Observed employee washing dishes in the three comp sink behind kitchen. Test strip of chlorine sanitizer indicated appx. 10ppm chlorine. Chlorine concentrations for sanitization of food contact surfaces shall be between 50 and 100 ppm. Employee drained off sanitization sink, refilled, retested and sanitized washed dishes. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods. Observed several cracked tiles on the cook line and several more coping tiles knocked out of position as to allow passage from kitchen to interior wall space behind soda syrups. Flooring shall be maintained to facilitate cleaning and the prevention of pests. PIC reports they will inform senior management of the need for floor repairs. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Jan 23, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed chlorine concentration levels for sanitizer buckets with person in charge.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: William Ho
2023
Sep 5, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was delivered via email.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit cardand 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 changerequest form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Page 2Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: William Ho
PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals >>>Observed a sanitation bucket by hand sink near the swing door of the establishment that measured over 100ppm of chlorine sanitizer solution. Instructed PIC (person in charge) to replace the bucket with the correct measurement of sanitizer. When wiping cloths are stored in sanitizer solution, the solutions should be reasonably clean and maintained at the proper sanitizer concentration. Discussed with PIC the sanitizer solution bucket should be measured before use to ensure proper levels. Chlorine shall be maintained between 50-100ppm. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 →