Rough Riders Cocktails
C°1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-81263
Score based on 13 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.
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Inspection history13 on record
2026
Jul 21, 2026Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling methods; using ice, leaving uncovered, and using shallow pans.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw eggs stored above cheese and RTE meats in walk in cooler. 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.
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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 cooked butter and spice mix datemarked 7/10 in prep cooler across from grill. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.
2025
Oct 9, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed/reviewed cold holding of TCS items
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed cooked shrimp in a sealed container with an internal temperature of 68*F in the walk in storage rack. Upon request item was unsealed and the items were placed in a shallow pan to properly continue cooling. Per the person in charge the items has been cooling approximately an hour an a half prior to inspection. In a second instance observed a container of tomato sauce with an internal temperature of 133*F cooling in the bottom section of a prep refrigerator near the cookline. Per the employee item has been cooling approximately 10 minutes, instructed the person in charge to relocate the items to shallow stainless steel pans to cool properly. Please ensure to follow proper cooling procedures at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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.
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed the bottom of the freezer in the cook-line area to contain debris/residue. In a second instance observed the ice machine to contain debris. Per the person in charge the specified equipment will be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain equipment clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Inspector's notes
During inspection observed food debris located in some storage containers used for equipment behind the cook-line. Per the person in charge the area will be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain the physical facility clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
May 16, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed proper cooling methods with PIC at time of inspection. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. -------------- Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.
Inspector's notes
Observed in use low temperature dish machine with 0ppm chlorine concentration with both establishment and Inspector test strips. Observed employee actively utilizing dish machine at time of inspection. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC directed employee to wash all food contact equipment at three compartment sink. PIC called out the repairman at time of inspection. Repeat violation: 2nd Consecutive. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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 reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) raw pork from 5/14, marinated endives, and cabbage from 5/8 at 5:23 p.m. to 5/14 at 9 a.m. in walk-in coolers at time of inspection. ROP pork was removed from the packaging at time of inspection. Marinated endives, and cabbage were embargoed at time of inspection. ROP of any food items over 48 hours requires an approved variance. Chef stated they would discontinue ROP past the 48 hour timeframe at time of inspection. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-502.11 - Priority Foundation: Variance Requirement. 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/3978/Food-Variances.
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment with multiple knives stored between the prep tables in the kitchen at time of inspection. Employee moved all knives to dish to get washed, rinsed, and sanitized at time of inspection. 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
Feb 14, 2025Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC
Inspector's notes
Observe kitchen employee with left hand directly drink from open beverage. Employee put on new gloves. With contaminated left gloved hand employee proceeded in directly cutting onions. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC directed employee to take off gloves and wash hands appropriately. ====•Employee not washing hands after using the toilet room; caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue; using tobacco, eating, or drinking.===2nd Consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed in use low temperature dish machine with 0ppm chlorine concentration with both establishment and Inspector test strips. Inside the unit were various food plates and pots. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC directed employee to wash all food contact equipment at three compartment sink. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.
Jan 30, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundationC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [8 ], [2-301.14 ], which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.Reviewed and discussed: Consumer advisories on menu. Cross contamination prevention food storage procedures. Chemical storage procedures.Establishment is currently Par cooking chicken. This will require a par-cooking policy and procedure with Maricopa County Environmental Services Department.Establishment is currently sous vide style cabbages for 24 hours.Reminder to maintain all foods above 6 inches off floor.Recommend: maintenance on main walk in refrigerator fans. An audit of food handler cards was 2 out of 23 certificates.Establishment is using raw oysters and raw sea food and will require Parasite Destruction Form.
Inspector's notes
Observe kitchen employee with left hand directly drink from open beverage. Employee put on new gloves. With contaminated left gloved hand employee proceeded in directly cutting onions. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC directed employee to take off gloves and wash hands appropriately. ====•Employee not washing hands after using the toilet room; caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue; using tobacco, eating, or drinking.===2nd Consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Establishment currently has second consecutive violation #8, 2-301.14 . An audit of employee food handler certificates was completed in the establishment had 2 out of 23 employee Food Handler Certificates. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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2-103.11 (A-N) and (P) - Priority Foundation: Person-In-Charge-Duties; Performs Assigned Duties
Inspector's notes
Observed in use low temperature dish machine with 0ppm chlorine concentration with both establishment and Inspector test strips. Inside the unit were various food plates and pots. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC directed employee to wash all food contact equipment at three compartment sink. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.
2024
Nov 14, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Nov 6, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Person in charge was unable to provide chlorine or quaternary ammonia test strips at time of inspection. Observed quaternary ammonia is wiping buckets and two warewashing machines utilizing chlorine as a sanitizer. 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 11/14/24.
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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.
Oct 24, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.*Observed reversed osmosis (RO) filtration units installed in the warewashing area and in the walk-in refrigerator. These is no observed approved testable continuous pressure backflow prevention assembly upstream of either unit. No copper piping observed. Person in charge indicated these units were installed 2 years ago. Discussed ensuring that there is an approved testable continuous pressure backflow prevention assembly between the RO units and any copper/copper alloys piping.
Inspector's notes
Observed an employee crack a raw whole shelled unpasteurized egg without gloves for a cocktail, wipe their hands with a napkin, and then proceed to scoop ice. Also observed an employee in the warewashing area change gloves without washing their hands between handling dirty and clean dishes. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Person in charge indicated they would train staff when to wash their hands. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw fresh oysters, hiramasa crudo, and Ceasar salad made with a dressing containing raw unpasteurized egg on the menu without a disclosure symbol; these foods contain raw animal proteins. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 11/04/24.
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3-603.11 - Priority Foundation: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed bags of retail cubed ice and a bottle of sparkling wine stored in ice in an ice well; in the adjacent ice well compartment, there is ice for consumption. The divider between the two wells does not completely separate allowing for commingling of storage ice and ice for consumption (observed gaps in the middle plate between the two well compartments. Person in charge indicated that the divider is meant to be easily removed and does not completely isolate both wells. Discussed installing a watertight divider if they want to use the well for ice for storage and ice for consumption. Also discussed only storing the retail cubed ice in the well with the storage ice due to it being in a watertight bag. Person in charge removed the bottles and retail ice bags and burned the ice. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-303.12 - Core: Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice
Inspector's notes
Person in charge was unable to provide chlorine or quaternary ammonia test strips at time of inspection. Observed quaternary ammonia is wiping buckets and two warewashing machines utilizing chlorine as a sanitizer. 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 11/04/24.
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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.
Sep 3, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 11, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.Establishment voluntarily disposed of unpermitted ice (embargo form created).No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 15,Signer: Ian H.
Apr 9, 2024Routine1 priorityB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reinspection will be conducted within 3 days. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Ian H. Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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-RequestForm-181.Embargo Lbs: 15,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ian H. ,Award: Not Participating
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-201.11 (A-B), P: Compliance with Food Law; Approved Source. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.---Observed several bags of cocktail ice (cowboys cocktail ice) being present at the establishment but person in charge could not provide invoices for this product. Approved permit could not be located with the company name. Product was placed on true embargo and embargo form was created. Discussed with person in charge about embargo procedures. Embargo food products shall not be sold, moved, or removed from premises without department approval. Discussed the importance of obtaining all foods from an approved source to ensure food safety. Reinspection will be conducted within 3 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Nov 29, 2023Routineall corrected on siteA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.Reviewed ROP procedures. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Ian H.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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-RequestForm-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 3,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ian H.
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Jul 20, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, and 0 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. No County legal action will result from this inspectionThe 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 2,Signer: Sal Scibona
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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 →