Surf City Sandwich

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5482 S Power Rd, Gilbert 85295

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-77385

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

Good

Gilbert restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Apr 16, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

re-inspection report emailed to PICPredefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. facility manager provided electronic records, and proof of purchase for the sanitizer test strip. also the small upright cooler, is no longer in use.

Apr 7, 2026Routine2 priority2 foundation1 coreC°

report emailed. re-inspection scheduled for food, desert cooler, and sanitizer test strips, 4-17-2026.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

a pan filled with bags of portioned pasta, checked food temperature. 53 degf. manager removed. discarded food. please ensure tcs food is kept at 41 deg f . also assorted key lime pies, individually wrapped, in the food cooler at 52-53 deg f . manager discarded tcs food. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-201.11

Inspector's notes

proper storage of on-site chemicals reviewed. observed assorted cleaner bottles and pesticide spray can, placed above the final ware washing basin, final sanitizing station., discussed with manager. manager allocated a different spot, below sink for the chemicals. pesticides discarded. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage

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

Inspector's notes

observed kitchen, pie refrigerator at 53 deg f . notified manager. manager discarded all tcs food, manager will place a work order. re-inspection scheduled for 10 days. please ensure food cooler can maintain 41 deg f or cooler for storing tcs food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.

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

Inspector's notes

observed wet wiping towels placed atop food prep. station. suggested to utilize a designated sanitizer solution. manager removed towels, multi quat sanitizer solution prepared at 200ppm. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

facility utilizes multi quat sanitizer for manual ware washing, also uses a low temp dishwasher. please obtain sanitizer test strips. manager will place a work order. re-inspection scheduled. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.

2025

Nov 5, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Observed a new bar addition including plumbing fixtures such as sinks, dish machine, and an ice machine.

May 13, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed. Per manager the establishment is planning on going through a remodel over the next few months. Please note that remodel plans may need to be submitted to the County for approval. Please contact the County prior to starting the remodel. Please visit the following link to the County's Permit Center for information on submitting remodel plans: https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home.

2024

Nov 25, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 21, 2024RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Amber C. 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Amber C.

2023

Oct 18, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Elaine F. 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: Re-Inspection,Signer: Elaine Figliomeni

Oct 5, 2023Routine3 priority1 foundation1 coreD°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 3 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Kaylyn S. Reinspection scheduled for 10-17-23. 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: RA-RLC ,Signer: Kaylyn Simonis

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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. Observed raw shell eggs sitting on top of a case of raw tomatoes and cucumbers. Had PIC move eggs to be stored below any RTE foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: 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. Observed grilled onions, cheese sauce and an oil and fresh garlic mixture holding at temperatures of 120*F- 124*F. Had PIC discard all items. Discussed leaving burners on under anything hot holding to maintain temperature at 135*F or above. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#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 garlic mayo, chipotle mayo, sprouts, provolone, swiss, white cheddar, cut iceberg, ranch dressing, hummus, corn and bean mixture, cut romaine, side salads, and blue cheese holding at temperatures of 53*F-67*F. Had PIC discard all above items. Discussed proper cold holding temperatures of 41*F or below. See embargo form. 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 reach in cooler on front sandwich line holding at 53*F. Had PIC move all TCS foods out of cooler and call for service. Reinspection was scheduled for 10/17/23 Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing Observed grilled salmon in ROP packaging thawed in the refrigerator. Discussed removing any ROP fish from packaging before thawing. Observed package directions. Had PIC discard fish. See embargo. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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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 →