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Aguila’s Hidaway Lighthouse

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12351 W Indian School Rd, Avondale 85392

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-79725

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

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

96
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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1000602023202420252026Oct 5, 2023 — Routine — score 68 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Feb 21, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jul 10, 2024 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Oct 15, 2024 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Apr 9, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Jul 9, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 28, 2025 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Feb 24, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 3, 2026 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Jun 29, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Jun 29, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Jun 15, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

advisory

Jun 3, 2026Routine1 foundation2 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-203.11

Inspector's notes

Handwashing sink at bar is not operational. Person in charge propped open door to kitchen to create an unobstructed path to handwashing sink in kitchen that will be temporarily used. Ensure that handwashing sink in bar is operational and able to reach a water temperature of 100'F prior to reinspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. 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. Addl Notes: No paper towels accessible at handwashing sink in kitchen. Person in charge provided roll of paper towels. Handwashing sinks shall have hand drying provisions available for use at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Hot water for handwashing sinks in mens restroom not working. Repair sinks so that hot water is available. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

Feb 24, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

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

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

Inspector's notes

Portion of tile flooring in main bar and club bar is missing, with water observed pooling on club side in damaged area. Brought to attention of person in charge to have repaired. 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.

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

2025

Oct 28, 2025Routine4 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked Food (i.e. - new menu items); --Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present (i.e. - pest control); --Warewashing Sinks, Use Limitation (i.e. - proper use)

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Inspector's notes

Sack of potatoes found on ground in walk-in beer cooler.

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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Predefined Comment: Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Properly store food to prevent potential contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Soils and residues found on exterior and interior surfaces of food equipment (i.e. - mechanical dishwasher, inside refrigeration equipment, etc...)

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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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Drain line to food preparation sink is missing.

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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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Oil buildup on flooring behind oven in kitchen area.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Ceiling surfaces in food preparation area and flooring surfaces behind bars are showing signs of disrepair. 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.

Jul 9, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Interior of chest beer refrigerator in concert venue portion has buildup of liquid inside unit.

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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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-101.11

Inspector's notes

Floor tiles behind both bars are showing signs of disrepair.

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6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas 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. ***3rd Consecutive Violation

Apr 9, 2025Routine3 coreA

NOTE: Per food worker, food preparation area has been on hiatus since December 2024.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Interior surfaces of ice maker chute have buildup of residues.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Clean interior of ice machine at a frequency to prevent buildup. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Interior of chest beer refrigerator in concert venue portion has buildup of liquid inside unit.

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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.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Ceiling surfaces adjacent ice machine has exposed insulation present.

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Repeat Violation 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Predefined Comment: 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. **2nd Consecutive Violation 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Floor tiles behind both bars are showing signs of disrepair. 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. **2nd Consecutive Violation

2024

Oct 15, 2024Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

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.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Kitchen hand sink drain line is leaking when in use.

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Repeat Violation 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: Repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Ceiling surfaces adjacent ice machine has exposed insulation present.

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Repeat Violation 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Predefined Comment: 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. 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Floor tiles behind both bars are showing signs of disrepair. 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.

Jul 10, 2024Routine4 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore5-501.17

Inspector's notes

Uncovered waste containers found in women's restroom.

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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Inspector's notes

Large bag of rice found on floor surface adjacent ice machine.

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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Predefined Comment: Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Properly store rice to avoid potential contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Kitchen hand sink drain line is leaking when in use.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: Repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Ceiling surfaces adjacent ice machine has exposed insulation present.

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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Predefined Comment: 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. 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Floor tiles behind both bars are showing signs of disrepair. 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.

Feb 21, 2024Routine2 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 Date Marking & disposition (i.e. - chicken wings, salsa)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: Courtney Murphy

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Core-3-302.12, C: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food White granular product found in clear storage container with other spices. Label food containers as to their contents. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.16

Core-6-201.16, C: Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings Ceiling tiles missing adjacent ice maker. Provide ceiling surfaces that are smooth, durable, water resistant, and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Oct 5, 2023Routine2 priority2 coreC°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper date marking & dispositionProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--New Owners Packet"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: Not Participating,Signer: Erik Campbell

#19 — Proper Reheating Procedures for Hot HoldingPriority3-403.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-403.11, P: Reheating for 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/4618/AMC-Toolbox---Reheating. Commercially processed foods of containers chili and of nacho cheese found in food warmer at internal temperatures of 113*F and 120*F respectfully. Per food employee, foods had been in food warmer for 1 hour and 40 minutes. RTE food taken from commercially processed, hermetically sealed container, or from food processing plant shall be heated to 135°F for hot holding within two hours Properly reheat foods to proper temperature within time allowance prior to placing in food warmer. ------------ Food employee rapidly heated foods at time of inspection to 165*F prior to placing in food warmer at time of inspection. 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. TCS foods of bleu cheese, pepperoni, and sliced tomatoes found in counter top refrigeration unit at an internal temperature of 53*F, 62^F, and 54*F respectfully. Unit's ambient air temperature measured 56*F. TCS foods must be held for cold holding at a temperature of 41*F or below. Properly hold TCS foods. -------------- Per food employee, TCS foods had been placed in unit for 2.5 hours. Food employee will use time for temperature control and discard foods in unit at 3:30 pm. Do not store foods in unit until it can maintain foods at an internal temperature of 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Following of food equipment has build of residues: interior of beer cooler in performance side of facility, and fryer baskets in food preparation area. Clean equipment at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Flooring in fryer area has build up of residues. Clean flooring at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →