Twisted Sugar
A°1440 S Higley Rd, Gilbert 85296
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-80650
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history7 on record
2026
Jun 16, 2026Re-Inspection2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no CFPM on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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
At time of inspection, observed air ventilation, over the 3 compartment sink and in the restroom, with heavy acclamation of dust. Intake and exhaust air ducts must be cleaned, and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.14 - Core: Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition
Jun 12, 2026Routine1 foundation3 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed different ways to store butter: creating a time as a control policy for the butter (time control guidance document was provided), keeping the butter cold 41F or below, or keeping the butter hot 135F or below; butter can not be stored at room temperature. Discussed contact time sanitizing food contact equipment and utensils, and procedure for rinsing blender container in between uses.
Inspector's notes
Observed no CFPM on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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
Observed stirring spoons in stored water with an internal temperature of 56F. PIC removed spoons from the water at time of inspection. Also observed ice cream stored in a crock pot of water, with an internal temperature of 120F. PIC turned the heat up on the crock pot. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment without testing strips for quaternary ammonium. Proper test kit must be present to measure chemical sanitizer concentration for the sanitizer that is being used. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection 6/22/2026.
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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.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection, observed air ventilation, over the 3 compartment sink and in the restroom, with heavy acclamation of dust. Intake and exhaust air ducts must be cleaned, and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.14 - Core: Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition
2025
Oct 15, 2025RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 12, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed handwashing sink in the beverage preparation area without paper towels available. PIC restocked paper towels at the time of inspection. Paper towels, as well as soap and warm water, shall be available at all hand washing stations. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
2024
Oct 17, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 2, 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.Inspection report sent by email.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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Tallia Foote
2023
Sep 26, 2023Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report sent by email.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.Award: A,Signer: Tallia Foote
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected -- Observed light coming through gap at the back door. Repair/replace door sweep to prevent bugs from gaining access to establishment. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage -- Observed ice cream scoop being stored in a container of room temperature water. Discussed storing dry and washing every 4 hours or keeping warm. PIC moved scoop to be washed at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →