Black Rock Coffee Bar
A1694 E Riggs Rd, Gilbert 85298
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-83557
Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history14 on record
2026
Aug 5, 2026Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed report
Inspector's notes
Observed the gasket in disrepair for one of the reach in cold units by drive through window. Replace gasket for proprer closure. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
2025
Oct 22, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no hand wash signage for either restroom. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands must be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and must be clearly visible to food employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-301.14 - Core: Handwashing Signage. 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.
Sep 5, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Advisory. On-site courtesy visit to review and discuss hot water supply at restroom hand sinks, options, and recommendations. Met with Taylor Fenner, AZ Director of Operations. No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 21, 2025Routine3 priority1 foundation2 coreD°
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Discussed creating a policy or obtaining a bodily fluid clean up kit prior to next rountine 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
Observed PIC touch hair and headset for taking drink orders, then proceed to prepared drink orders for customers without washing her hands. PIC properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. 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. 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 whipped cream cheese sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature of 68F. Per PIC, the whipped cream cheese has been out for less than 2 hours prior to the inspection. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. (2nd consecutive violation) Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 2nd consecutive violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
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Observed milk products sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature of 55F. Per PIC, the milk is under time as a control. The milk products did not have a time indicating when the milk products were taken out of temperature control. Per PIC, the milk products were taken out less than 1 hour prior to inspection. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. (4th consecutive violation) Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4th consecutive violation 3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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 2 bottles of cleaner, and a bottle of toilet bowl cleaner stored above to-go cups and lids in the back of the establishment. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage
Inspector's notes
At time on inspection, observed ice with handle touching the ice at all the portable ice bins. PIC moved ice scoops to the top of the portable ice bins. During pause of food prep or dispensing utensils must be stored not in contact with food or ice. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2024
Nov 26, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
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Inspector's notes
Observed whipped cream sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature of 62F. Per PIC, the whipped cream has been out for less than 2 hours prior to the inspection. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
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Observed milk products sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature of 55F. Per PIC, the milk is under time as a control. The milk products did not have a time indicating when the milk products were taken out of temperature control. Per PIC, the milk products were taken out less than 1 hour prior to inspection. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 3rd Repeat 3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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.
Aug 13, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Aug 2, 2024Re-Inspection2 foundationB°
Inspector's notes
Observed milk products sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature of 50F. Per PIC, the milk is under time as a control. The milk products did not have a time indicating when the milk products were taken out of temperature control and the establishment did not have a written procedure. Per PIC, the milk products were taken out less than 2 hours prior to inspection. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. Must provide written time as a control procedures prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 8/13/2024
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Repeat Violation 3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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.
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Observed a can of ant and roach spray (Raid), located in dry storage area. Per PIC, the establishment had ants near the stone gate outside and was using it near the back door entrance way. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Jul 24, 2024Routine2 foundationB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed spray nozzle attached to mop sink. Informed PIC when not in use to disconnect the hose or spray nozzle to prevent continuous pressure on the AVB. This could result in the backflow prevention device to fail
Inspector's notes
Observed milk products sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature of 50F. Per PIC, the milk is under time as a control. The milk products did not have a time indicating when the milk products were taken out of temperature control and the establishment did not have a written procedure. Per PIC, the milk products were taken out less than 2 hours prior to inspection. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. Must provide written time as a control procedures prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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 a can of ant and roach spray (Raid), located in dry storage area. Per PIC, the establishment had ants near the stone gate outside and was using it near the back door entrance way. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
2023
Oct 31, 2023Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.*Discussed removing spray nozzle from mop sink hose when not in use, and do not stick paper or card board in the drive thru window to make the window not self closing.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.Report emailed at time of inspection.Award: B,Signer: Nathan Carpenter
Priority Foundation-3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3), Pf: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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 milk, half and half, and ice cream mix, stored on counter near coffee machine with an internal temperature range of 70F-72F. As per PIC, the establishment uses time as a control but does not have a written procedure. Written procedures must be prepared in advance, maintained in the food establishment and made available to the regulatory authority upon request. Prepared a written procedure on site with PIC and provided electrically. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Sep 18, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Final construction inspection.Construction is complete and approved.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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-Request-Form-181.Report emailed to RyanNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 22, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Courtesy construction inspection.Walked site with Superintendent Jack NPlease continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. For final approval, have all work completed, have hot water available to all sinks, have all refrigeration maintaining proper temperatures, and have all local municipality approvals.Please call (602) 527-0893 for a final inspection at 100% completion of project or if an additional onsite walk-through is needed. Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →