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A

220 W La Canada Blvd, Avondale 85323

Food Establishment · Permit FD-82967

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.

100
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 14, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 17, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 12, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 6, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 25, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 30, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 18, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 26, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jul 1, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Mar 26, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Sep 18, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed mop sink AVB connection restrictions

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

Corners of cabinet doors are no longer sealed and are beginning to separate. Water falling from 3 compartment sink onto cabinet doors below and being absorbed into the wood causing it to expand and warp.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed 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.

Apr 30, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Feb 25, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

2024

Nov 6, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed daily review of date marked items and plumbing connection restrictions at mop sink. Also discussed best storage areas for chemicals and personal items.

Aug 12, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided Big 6 Illness handout

Apr 16, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed AVB connection restrictions at mop sinkThe Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of inspectionOn 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-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Jennifer Rodriguez

2023

Nov 17, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of inspectionOn 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-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Jennifer Rodriguez

Aug 14, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of 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-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Jannet Flores

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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 →