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Carrabba's Italian Grill

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5646 W Bell Rd, Glendale 85308

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-72672

Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

86
Good

Glendale restaurant avg: 97

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1000602023202420252026Oct 20, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 22, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 26, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 1, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 7, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 30, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 29, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 26, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 11, 2026 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 11, 2026 — Routine — score 69 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)69
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Sep 11, 2026Routine2 priority1 coreC°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

SECOND CONSECUTIVE. Observed mechanical dishwasher testing at 0 ppm of chlorine after multiple run cycles located back of house. PIC was made aware and replaced the sanitizer, properly bringing levels back to 50-100ppm at time of inspection. The dishwasher is to be checked each morning on the first cycle of dishes. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed a refrigerated preparation table front of house by cook line with multiple TCS items like cut tomato's (51°F), mushrooms (51°F), and tomato sauce (50°F) inside shallow plastic containers. These food times were placed in cooler 1 hours ago per PIC. All Time Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods which had been in the unit for less than 4 hours were moved back to the main refrigerator back of house to rapidly cool. PIC will use deeper metal container to store products inside so it maintains 41°F or below at all times. Discussed cold holding requirements. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a small leak in the water pipe for the handwashing sink located back of house by server station. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. PIC stated a work order will be put in for these leaks. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Jun 11, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed mechanical dishwasher testing at 0 ppm of chlorine after multiple run cycles by bar. PIC was made aware and replaced the sanitizer, properly bringing levels back to 50-100ppm at time of inspection. The dishwasher is to be checked each morning on the first cycle of dishes. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: 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.

Mar 26, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

Inspector's notes

Observed Pomodora sauce (tomato sauce) stored in the walk-in refrigerator measuring with an internal temperature ranging between 46-55 degrees F. The sauce was portioned out in pans, with lids on them, approximately 4 inches deep. The sauce was prepared 24 hours ago. Due to improper cooling time frames, the sauce was recommended for discard. Discussed cooling methods that would allow for proper cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

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

Inspector's notes

Area near front cook line has excessive debris. Discussed increasing cleaning regimen. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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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. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Aug 29, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed heavy black buildup on the grate and inside of the vents above the three-compartment sink. Proper repair is required. Establishment to clean and fix the ceiling and keep all surfaces in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

May 30, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed common use labeling and the best practice of keeping a cover on the ice cream on the cook line.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed the main dishwasher measuring at 0 PPM of chlorine. The manager stated the main dishwasher was not working yesterday and had been serviced the same day. Yesterday's work order was provided while EHS was onsite. The manager called their third-party servicer, who arrived while EHS was onsite to service their main dishwasher again. While waiting for the machine to be fixed, all food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized in the three-compartment sink. Discussed the importance of routinely checking the dishwasher on the first cycle of dishes and employing backup sanitizing plans (ex., use of the three-compartment sanitizing basin) if sanitizer is found to be out of the range of use. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: 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.

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

Inspector's notes

SECOND CONSECUTIVE. Observed broken and pealing ceiling tiles above the entry to the dining area from the main kitchen. Also observed heavy black buildup on the grate and inside of the vents above the three-compartment sink. Proper repair is required. Establishment to clean and fix the ceiling and keep all surfaces in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

Mar 7, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed high temp dish machine procedures and frequency of cleaning our meat knives and cutting boards

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

Inspector's notes

Observed a small roof leak in the dining room and in the hallway in front of the walk-in door. Staff had already called in a work order for the roof. In the dining area, staff had placed a bucket and a hazard sign beneath the leak to instruct all staff and customers to avoid walking under the leak. In the kitchen, staff were instructed to dry the floor frequently with a mop and ensure ALL foods are covered before being taken in or out of the walk-in. 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.

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

2024

Nov 1, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a broken and pealing seal at the top of the ice cream cooler on the cook line. Alerted manager who will place a work order in on cooler. 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.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

Jul 26, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed water leaking out the faucet of the drink station handwashing sink and the dishwashing dump sink when the faucet handles were turned to the off position. Alerted the manager who stated they have already reached out to maintenance to correct the issue.: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Mar 22, 2024Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed mop sink requirements with manager. 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: Michelle Dees,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A

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

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed organic and grease build up on un-used equipment across from dry storage. Also observed black build up at the mop sink and in the floor drain by the servers station nearest the customer bathrooms. Equipment not in use to be stored as clean. Management plans to reach out to their cleaning company on these missed spots. Also discussed procedures around cleaning the soda spray nozzle at the bar. Establishment must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean prior to next routine inspection Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Oct 20, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No county legal action will result from this inspection. Emailed inspection report. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website:https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Michelle Dees

This address holds 2 food permits

Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →