Lucky Lounge
A°817 N 2nd St, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-79851
Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
May 5, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed ice scoop storage options.
2025
Oct 9, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC 1) a minimium of 1 inch of air is required between drainage pipes and floor sinks. 2) "employee must wash hands" sign shall be at all hand wash sinks.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice in the basin on the hand wash sink in the bar. Also observed the hand wash sink in the back to be blocked with rolling carts and was also without paper towel. Discussed with person in charge (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 sinks and supplied paper towels at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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 containers of Jello shots stored in the ice wells and observed ice used to make drinks. Discussed with PIC ice used as an exterior coolant may not be used as an ingredient in any food/drinks. PIC relocated the Jello Shots to an unused well with ice and a sign stating "ice not for human consumption". The ice in the wells for human consumption was burned and replaced at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-303.11 - Priority: Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient. 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.
Apr 3, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Advisory-Bar Trailer
Jan 24, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Oct 24, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.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 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. Upon arriving, this establishment's outside bar is open to the public and operating. RM-09262 was closed out for no permit activity. Outside bar is operating like the bar located inside by scooping ice, serving opened drinks, making ice drinks and storing beers, liquors and oranges. Establishment shall discontinue operation of the outside bar and by law should not be operating without the approval of the county. Person in charge was given the link of the application via report and email.
May 20, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Spoke with person in charge about status of remodel who states they are still waiting for the fire inspection in order to proceed. Person in charge will provide last report from the city or contact from the city when possible. Establishment has an third party company storing food at the establishment with no commissary agreement (MF-23-0285).No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Nick N.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 1,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Nick Nitz
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 beef being stored in the top shelf of a cooler, over numerous ready to eat foods such as hotdogs, cheese and cooked bacon. Person in charge moved the raw beef to the bottom of the unit, under any ready to eat foods. Discussed the importance of storing all raw animal products below any cooked/ready to eat products to prevent cross contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.---Observed an opened package of hotdogs in the cooler located in the stationary mobile unit. Person in charge did not know when it was opened and voluntarily disposed of it. Discussed how all time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be dated if kept past 24 hours and only kept for no more than 7 days (first day made/prepared/opened +6 days after). Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter---Observed a smoker/grill being stored in the back area of the establishment. Discussed how unnecessary items must be removed from the establishment. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Feb 13, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Visited location to discuss city permit progress for mobile units located in the back of the establishment.
2023
Jul 26, 2023Routine1 coreA°
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.Person in charge states the outside bar and mobile food unit has/will not be used. Please do not use the outside bar and mobile unit until approved.Inspection rights accepted by David C.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: David C.
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.---Observed black organic matter building up on the top inside the of ice machine which could be wiped off using an alcohol pad. Person in charge states they will clean the unit as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of cleaning these units frequently to prevent any build up of dust/organic matter. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →