Black Rock Coffee Bar
A3015 N Dysart Rd, Avondale 85392
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-73648
Score based on 6 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 history7 on record
2026
Mar 30, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safetyenvironmental-services/index.php
Inspector's notes
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
Several utensils for mixing beverage were observed being stored in a small metal container of room temperature water. Brought to attention of person in charge to remove utensils from 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.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2025
Jul 9, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean (i.e. - flooring)
Inspector's notes
Numerous dial stem probe thermometers have several different readings on dial at room temperature.
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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.
Feb 13, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation7 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at tine of inspection.
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Repeat Violation Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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. Provide a CFPM on site during operation hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
No hand drying provisions found at front preparation area hand sink.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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. Predefined Comment: PIC provided hand drying provision (i.e. paper towels) for handwash sinks at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. ****4th Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
Spray bottles with cleaning agents found atop counters in food preparation area.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage Predefined Comment: Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. Properly store cleaning agents in a manner to prevent contamination of food and food equipment. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Flying insects found inside facility. Maintain premise free of insects, rodents and pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring
Inspector's notes
Box of Sugar in the Raw found on floor in front preparation area.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Predefined Comment: Store food at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Sponges found in three compartment sink area. Sponges are not to come in contact with in-use food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of sponge and use proper cleaning equipment for food contact surfaces. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
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4-101.16 - Core: Sponges Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
Fan grates in walk-in cooler has build-up 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.
Inspector's notes
Drain pipe at drive-thru sink appears to be leaking.
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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. Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Flooring in drive-thru area showing signs of disrepair (i.e. - pitting)
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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.
2024
Jul 25, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records (i.e. - "milks" for drinks)--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
Sponge found in three compartment sink area. Sponges are not to come in contact with in-use food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of sponge and use proper cleaning equipment for food contact surfaces. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-101.16 - Core: Sponges Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at tine 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. Provide a CFPM on site during operation hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
No hand drying provisions found at front preparation area hand sink.
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Repeat Violation 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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. Predefined Comment: PIC provided hand drying provision (i.e. paper towels) for handwash sinks at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. **3rd Consecutive Violation 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Addl Notes: No hand cleanser found at front preparation area hand sink. Provide hand cleanser (i.e. - soap) at hand sinks used by food employees. Predefined Comment: PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation 6-301.14 - Core: Handwashing Signage. 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. Addl Notes: No hand washing signage found at front serving area hand sink. Provide hand washing signage at all hand sinks used by food employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Mop sink faucet equipped with an AVB with an adjustable/shut-off type spray nozzle attached to a hose. If you wish to maintain a hose attached with a shut-off type spray nozzle under continuous pressure, an approved testable continuous pressure vacuum breaker must be installed. Disassemble unapproved connection. PIC removed spray nozzle at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-203.14 - Priority: Backflow Prevention Device, When Required
Feb 21, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used--Proper date marking & disposition (i.e. - breakfast sandwiches)--Backflow Prevention Device, When Required (i.e. - hose attachments)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: B,Signer: Jenny Johnson
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. No hand cleanser found at front counter hand sink. Provide hand cleanser (i.e. - hand soap) at all hand sinks used by employees. Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. 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. No hand drying provisions found at front hand sink. Provide hand drying provisions (i.e. - paper towels) at all hand sinks used by employees. Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Cardboard box of sweetener packets found on floor in food preparation area. Store food products in a manner to be protected from contamination in clean, dry location 6 inches above floor. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Aug 22, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used (i.e.-spray bottles)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--Backflow Preventer Handout"The 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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: B,Signer: Claire Mulhausen
Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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. Front counter hand sink obstructed with crates and without hand cleanser and/or hand drying provisions. Have all hand sinks accessible and properly stocked so that proper hand washing practices can be performed. ------------ PIC had obstructions removed and provided hand soap and paper towels at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-101.16, C: Sponges Use Limitation Sponge found in three compartment sink area. Sponges are not to come in contact with in-use food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of sponge and use proper cleaning equipment for food contact surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-203.14, P: Backflow Prevention Device, When Required Black hose found in mop sink with attached spray nozzle found attached to faucet. All cross-connection hazards must be prevented, and all plumbing must be in compliance with current codes and Department requirements. Protect water supply. -------------- PIC disconnected hose from faucet at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-305.11, C: Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers Employee foods found in walk-in cooler. Provide a designated area in which employees can store personal belongs and to not be in close proximity with items used for customers. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →