Carrabba's Italian Grill
A9920 W Mcdowell Rd, Avondale 85392
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-72721
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
Sep 2, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
advisory
May 21, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection. -----Reviewed air drying of equipment, plumbing
Feb 6, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Aug 19, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--No Bare Hand Contact with RTE Foods or a Pre-Approved AlternateProperly Followed (i.e. - bread cutting);--Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records (i.e. -pasta);--Proper Date Marking and Disposition (i.e. - chopped tomatoes);--Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers (i.e. - personal belongings)___________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
At bottom of west egress door, there is a considerable gap. Repair bottom of door to prevent entry of pest or weather. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Shelving in walk-in cooler and vent shields in grill area have buildup of residues.
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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. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
May 13, 2025Routine4 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices (i.e. - hose at mop sink)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--New Owners Handout;--Chemical Dispenser Y-valve Handout
Inspector's notes
Wall surface leading to roof is in disrepair.
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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.
Inspector's notes
In walk-in cooler, found a pan of raw shrimp found stored over bags of stock. No signs of overhead contamination witnessed at times of inspection.
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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
At bottom of west egress door, there is a considerable gap. Repair bottom of door to prevent entry of pest or weather. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Several damaged plastic tops found atop of food containers.
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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable 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.
Jan 13, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible; --Food in Good Condition, Safe and Unadulterated (i.e. - dented cans)
Inspector's notes
Bar mechanical dishwasher not providing a chemical reading per chlorine testing strip.
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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.
2024
Jul 8, 2024Routine4 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices (i.e.- spray nozzle at mop sink)--No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed (i.e.-bread station)
Inspector's notes
Egress doors to food preparation areas have considerable gaps at bottom of doors. Repair doors so that entry of pests and/or weather is prevented. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Cutting board surfaces have scratched or scored cutting surfaces that are prevalent. Repair/replace cutting surfaces that are not in good repair or easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Addl Notes: Large kitchen and bar mechanical dishwashers not properly providing sufficient sanitizing chemical when tested at time of inspection. Provide proper chemical sanitizing solution on food contact surfaces. -- PIC made service call at time of inspection for service of machines. Three compartment sink set up at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces
Inspector's notes
Blue fan grate covers and adjoining surfaces in walk-in cooler have build up residues on surfaces. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent build up. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Inspector's notes
Floor tiles and grout found in disrepair in food preparation and ware washing area. Repair flooring so that surface is smooth, durable, water resistant, and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Mar 20, 2024Routine5 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices (i.e. - mop sink hose)--Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers for personal items--Adequate hand washing facilities Supplied & accessible (i.e. - bar area)--Time as a public health control: procedures & record (food items on cook line)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Darrin Pepito
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. Interior of ice bin at soda fountain dispenser has build up of residue on interior surfaces. Clean and sanitize ice bin at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-202.13, C: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation Insect control device found over glass ware in drink station area. Insect control devices cannot be over food prep areas; protecting food and equipment from dead insects/insect fragments. Properly locate insect control devices. Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected West side egress door has considerable gap at bottom of door. Repair door so that weather and/or pest is prevented entry. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces Cutting board surface has scratched or scored cutting surfaces that are prevalent. Repair/replace cutting surfaces that are not in good repair or easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Walk-in cooler storage shelves and blue ventilation grates have build up residues. Clean interior surfaces at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Old equipment that is no longer used is being kept in the establishment ( i.e. - floor mixer; cold storage unit). Remove/repair equipment. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Following structural surfaces in need of repair: --Several ceiling tiles throughout the facility have water damage. Repair replace ceiling tiles so that they are in good repair. Ceiling tiles in food preparation area must be smooth, durable, water resistant, and easily cleanable. --Damaged floor tiles and/or grout found throughout establishment. Repair flooring surfaces so that it is smooth, durable, water resistant, and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Jan 23, 2024Routine5 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Time as a public health control: procedures & record--Required records available; shell stock tags, parasite destruction (i.e.-current documentation)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--Legal Process"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Darrin Pepito
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. Interior surfaces of ice maker has build up of residues. Clean interior of ice maker. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces Cutting board surfaces have scratched or scored cutting surfaces that are prevalent. Repair/replace cutting surfaces that are not in good repair nor easily cleanable. Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Mechanical food equipment showing signs of disrepair ( i.e.- refrigeration drawers not closing fully; wheels of food prep maker, condensation drips in walk-in cooler). Repair food equipment. Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Interior surfaces of walk-in cooler have build up residues on shelves, wall, and ceiling surfaces. Clean interior surfaces of walk-in cooler at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Back of house food preparation area hand sink is slow draining. Repair hand sink to assure proper draining. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Flooring tile in disrepair throughout the facility (food preparation front of house, back of house, bar area, dish area). Repair flooring so that surface is smooth, durable, water resistant, and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Sep 11, 2023Routine3 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper cold holding temperatures (i.e.-desert area)--Proper date marking & disposition (i.e.-walk-in)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--Legal Process"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Michelle Dees
Core-6-101.11, C: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Flooring is damaged and/or grout is very deteriorated (i.e. - bar area). Repair flooring so that surface is smooth, durable, easily cleanable and water resistant. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces Cutting board surfaces have scratched or scored cutting surfaces that are prevalent. Repair/replace cutting surfaces that are not in good repair or easily cleanable. Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Equipment surfaces and structural surfaces of walk-in cooler has residue build up on surfaces. Clean all surfaces at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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.
Nearby restaurants
Other places to eat within a short walk, with their current scores.
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- 100Taco BellA9940 W Mcdowell Rd · 100 m away
- 99Panera Bread Bakery-CaféA°9995 W Mcdowell Rd · 110 m away
- 100Chipotle Mexican GrillA9925 W Mcdowell Rd · 110 m away
- 99Zoyo Neighborhood YogurtA9925 W Mcdowell Rd · 110 m away
- 92Village InnB10010 W Mcdowell Rd · 100 m away
- 96Pita KitchenB9915 W Mcdowell Rd · 150 m away
- 97SmashburgerB9915 W Mcdowell Rd · 150 m away
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 →