Carniceria Mr Muuu
B°1628 E Southern Ave, Phoenix 85040
Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-79664
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history9 on record
2026
Sep 1, 2026Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed.
Inspector's notes
Only hand washing sink at the cook line and meat processing area was disabled due to damage to the drain line. Closest hand washing sink available for the establishment was in the bakery prep area, more than 25 feet away. Per employees, the sink had been unavailable for use the entire business day. Hand washing sinks must be available in sufficient quantities and placed appropriately so that employees can wash their hands at any point when contamination may occur. Employees repaired the sink during the inspection to correct. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
5-203.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks - Numbers and Capacities. 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 ROP tilapia in the process of thawing, being stored inside the deli display cooler while still packaged. Discussed proper thawing procedures with PIC. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*
Show full county text
3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Inspector's notes
All cutting boards in processing and serving areas of kitchen were heavily scored with dark discoloration. Cutting boards must be maintained in good condition to be smooth and easy to clean. Please resurface or replace. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*
Show full county text
Repeat Violation 4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces
May 14, 2026Routine2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Discussed chlorine sanitizer solution concentration requirements.
Inspector's notes
Observed ROP white fish in the process of thawing, being stored inside the deli display cooler while still packaged. Discussed proper thawing procedures with PIC. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Inspector's notes
All cutting boards in processing and serving areas of kitchen were heavily scored with dark discoloration. Cutting boards must be maintained in good condition to be smooth and easy to clean. Please resurface or replace. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Show full county text
4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces
2025
Oct 1, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed a plastic jug hand-fashioned into a scoop placed inside and blocking the main hand sink basin on the cook line at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of maintaining all hand sinks free of obstructions with PIC. 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.
Show full county text
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 establishment utilizing speed racks for storage of pork skin drying. Pork was observed in contact with visibly dirty portions of speed rack. PIC stated that they hadn't cleaned the speed racks currently in-use since Friday, 9/26. Discussed with PIC alternative food contact surfaces designed for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. All food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all pork skins to another set of speed racks to be relocated into the main walk-in cooler. Also observed pots and pans placed on the drying rack with visible dried food debris on the food contact surfaces. Discussed cleaning frequency with PIC. All food contact surfaces that were visibly soiled were relocated to the warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a bucket of 200+PPM chlorine sanitizer on the floor beneath the 3-comp sink at time of inspection. PIC remade the solution; which then tested over 200PPM chlorine sanitizer again. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals
Inspector's notes
Observed drying racks above the 3-comp sink to be covered in dust and dried food residue at time of inspection. Also observed an accumulation of black organic matter forming a strip along the caulking of the 3-comp sink. Discussed the importance of maintaining all non-food contact surfaces clean to prevent contamination. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Show full county text
4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Jul 22, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed cleaning schedule for band saws and deli slicers with PIC. Operator is using Time as a Control with timestamps for cleaning. Ensure equipment is also listed on the main Time as a control log sheet.
Apr 10, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed discarding old/degraded cutting boards, proper food and in-use utensil storage with PIC. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre este reporte de inspección, o le gustaría repasar lo con alguien en español, favor de llamar a nuestros enlaces hispanos al (602) 463-3132 o (602) 526-6123. If you have any questions regarding this inspection report or would like to review it with someone in Spanish, please contact our language liaisons at (602) 463-3132 or (602) 526-6123.
Inspector's notes
Observed a plastic bottle fashioned into a scoop being stored in and obstructing the designated hand sink on the cooking line. Discussed hand sink requirements with PIC. 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.
Show full county text
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 a plastic tub of raw marinating chicken being stored directly atop raw beef and packaged beef tallow. Discussed proper food storage with PIC. 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. PIC 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: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed several knives being stored on a magnetic strip above the meat cutting station with dried food debris on the food-contact surfaces. Also observed mixing head attachment stored on a drying rack, after going through the wash/rinse/sanitize process in the warewashing area of the back room, while having dried flour residue on the food-contact surfaces. Discussed cleaning frequency of food contact surfaces with PIC. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed refrigerator doors and handles throughout establishment with a heavy accumulation of food debris, grease, and general grime. Discussed cleaning frequency with PIC. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Show full county text
4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
2024
Oct 29, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre este reporte de inspección, o le gustaría repasar lo con alguien en español, favor de llamar a nuestros enlaces hispanos al (602) 463-3132 o (602) 526-6123. If you have any questions regarding this inspection report or would like to review it with someone in Spanish, please contact our language liaisons at (602) 463-3132 or (602) 526-6123.
Inspector's notes
Observed ROP white fish in the process of thawing, being stored inside the deli display cooler while still packaged. Discussed proper thawing procedures with PIC. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
May 8, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation2 coreC°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.Inspection conducted with RS# 1489.OF NOTE: Discussed requirements for remodels to MCESD, proper sanitizer concentrations and contact times, cleaning procedures for slicer/meat saw/prep sink/other items cleaned in place, shut offs downstream from AVB's, use limitations for single-use containers, and use limitations for milk crates. 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 website:https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Request Notes: CR let with MG,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Signer: Manuela Ortiz
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 employee handling raw shrimp and then handle clean dishes without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with the PIC and when hand washing is required. Employee washed hands at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing with the PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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/AMCToolbox---Handwashing.-----Observed no hand soap at hand wash sink in meat market/restaurant prep area. PIC replaced soap at the time of inspection. Hand soap must be available at all times to allow for proper hand washing. :
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-702.11, P: Cleaned and Sanitized Before Use After Cleaning. 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 wash deli slicer cover and shrimp tray at 3-compartment sink with soap and water and store clean without sanitizing. Discussed with PIC cleaning procedures for food contact surfaces. Food contact surfaces must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. PIC set up 3-compartment sink and educated PIC on proper sanitizer concentrations and how to set up 3-compartment sink. PIC properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection the deli slicer cover and shrimp tray. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained-----Observed slow draining hand wash sink in main meat market/kitchen prep area. Also observed leak from prep sink faucet in main meat market/kitchen prep area. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair. Repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions-----Observed build up of organic matter, dirt, and food debris on floors/walls throughout establishment. Establishment must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent build up of organic matter, dirt, and food debris. Clean prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Jan 30, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.El 1 de julio de 2023, el Departamento de Servicios Ambientales comenzó a enviar por correo electrónico la(s) tarjeta(s) de permiso y la(s) factura(s) de permiso a los permisionarios. Necesitamos una dirección de correo electrónico actual y precisa en el archivo para asegurarnos de que reciba una copia de su tarjeta de permiso y factura(s) al momento de la renovación.Si no está seguro si su dirección de correo electrónico es correcta, puede:• Comuníquese con su inspector usando el número de teléfono o correo electrónico en su último informe de inspección para revisar, o• Comuníquese con el Departamento usando las direcciones de correo electrónico a continuación,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones tales como comida rápida)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones que son restaurantes de serviciocompleto)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (instalaciones como supermercados o mercadosminoristas de alimentos)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (comida móvil/eventos especiales/revisión delplan)Si necesita actualizar su dirección de correo electrónico u otra información de contacto, envíe un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el sitio web a continuación:https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Bianca Gomez
2023
Sep 6, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email. Notes: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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Octavio Torres
This address holds 3 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.
- 93Dogos y Raspados AlexA5821 S 16th St · 50 m away
- 95La Flor de Michoacan Arizona LLCA1644 E Southern Ave · 100 m away
- 93Circle KA°1544 E Southern Ave · 130 m away
- 100Starbucks Coffee #71827A6032 S 16th St · 230 m away
- 98New China BuffetA°6044 S 16th St · 330 m away
- 97La Michoacana Ice Cream Al NaturalA6044 S 16th St · 330 m away
- 1007 Plus WaterA6044 S 16th St · 330 m away
- 100Filiberto'sA6210 S 16th St · 370 m away
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →