Charley's Philly Steaks
B°1606 S Signal Butte Rd, Mesa 85209
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-84059
Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
An inspection on Apr 30, 2026 found violations at the county's most serious (D-equivalent) level. Scores are held in the “Poor” band for 6 months after such events — until Oct 27, 2026, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works
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Inspection history14 on record
2026
May 18, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Inspection report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed person in charge of establishment with limited food safety knowledge. PIC was unable to demonstrate knowledge about holding temperatures of TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods, unable to identify TCS foods, unable to demonstrate knowledge about date marking, and cooling. According to employees, they do not have food handler certificates. A person-in-charge is required onsite at all times, must demonstrate adequate knowledge, and perform all duties as required. Please train employees and have all employees obtain food handler certifications prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.11(A-B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16) - Priority Foundation: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on duty during all hours of operation to oversee food handling practices. Obtain certification prior to the next routine inspection. 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
May 7, 2026Re-Inspection2 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed storing only non-TCS foods in the cooler until it is fully repaired. A re-inspection will be conducted by 5/18/26. An AMC training visit will be conducted 5/18/26 at 12pm.
Inspector's notes
Observed person in charge of establishment with limited food safety knowledge. PIC was unable to demonstrate knowledge about holding temperatures of TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods, unable to identify TCS foods, unable to demonstrate knowledge about date marking, and cooling. According to employees, they do not have food handler certificates. A person-in-charge is required onsite at all times, must demonstrate adequate knowledge, and perform all duties as required. Please train employees and have all employees obtain food handler certifications prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.11(A-B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16) - Priority Foundation: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on duty during all hours of operation to oversee food handling practices. Obtain certification prior to the next routine inspection. 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
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**3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION** Observed reach-in cooler next to the grill with an ambient temperature of 57*F when measured with a min/max thermometer. All cold holding equipment must maintain ambient temperatures of 41*F and below. According to person in charge, work order was placed on 4/30 and unit has not been serviced yet. No TCS foods were stored in cooler at time of inspection. A re-inspection for the cooler will be conducted by 5/18/26. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.
Apr 30, 2026Routine2 priority4 foundation1 coreD
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed when to wash hands, thermometer use, proper sanitizer concentrations, TCS foods and cold holding temperatures, and date marking. Inspection report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed person in charge of establishment with limited food safety knowledge. PIC was unable to demonstrate knowledge about holding temperatures of TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods, unable to identify TCS foods, unable to demonstrate knowledge about date marking, and cooling. According to employees, they do not have food handler certificates. A person-in-charge is required onsite at all times, must demonstrate adequate knowledge, and perform all duties as required. Please train employees and have all employees obtain food handler certifications prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.11(A-B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16) - Priority Foundation: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on duty during all hours of operation to oversee food handling practices. Obtain certification prior to the next routine inspection. 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 employee place gloved hands into apron pockets and proceed to start to prepare food. Gloves must be removed and hands must be washed when a contaminating task occurs such as touching clothing or raw animal foods. Employee removed gloves, properly washed hands for 20 seconds with soap and water, and donned new gloves at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). 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.
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**2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION** Observed TCS items in the reach-in cooler next to the grill such as cheeses, cut tomatoes, cut lettuce, chicken wings, and sauces with internal temperatures of 47-53*F when measured with a probe thermometer. According to employees, all items had been in the unit for more than 4 hours. All TCS food must maintain internal temperatures of 41*F and below to prevent pathogen growth. All items were discarded at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked chicken wings in the walk-in cooler with no date mark. According to PIC, wings had been cooker 4 days prior. All ready-to-eat, 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). Discussed creating standardized method of date marking. Wings were date marked at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: 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.
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**2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION** Observed reach-in cooler next to the grill with an ambient temperature of 49*F when measured with a min/max thermometer. All cold holding equipment must maintain ambient temperatures of 41*F and below. A re-inspection for the cooler will be conducted by 5/7/26. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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
Observed no test strips available for quaternary ammonium sanitizer. Test strips must be available for all types of sanitizer used in the establishment to ensure proper concentrations are being used. Please obtain test strips prior to re-inspection on 5/7/26. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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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.
2025
Sep 30, 2025Re-Inspection2 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was not available upon request for any working employees. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Must obtain 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
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Observed leaking spray nozzle in 3 compartment sink. Must make repairs prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Sep 24, 2025Re-Inspection1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed low water pressure for hot water in handwashing sink closest to grill area. *REPEAT* Please make repairs prior to 9.30.25.
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5-103.12 - Priority Foundation: Pressure
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was not available upon request for any working employees. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Must obtain 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
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Observed leaking AVB at mop sink. Repairs must be completed by 9.30.25 **REPEAT** 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed leaking spray nozzle in 3 compartment sink. Must make repairs prior to next routine inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law
Sep 19, 2025Re-Inspection2 priority2 foundation1 coreC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was not available upon request for any working employees. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Must obtain 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 shredded lettuce, provolone cheese, and wings with an internal temperature of 53*f in prep table. Items were discarded at time of inspection. All other TCS foods were stored with ice to help maintain temperatures below 41*f.
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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. Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed prep table with ambient air temperature of 54*f at time of inspection. Prep table was still in use at time of inspection. According to PIC, technicians arrived day prior to inspection and stated repairs could not be completed until Monday 9/22.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. PIC called to make repairs at time of inspection. Must repair prior to 9.23.25.
Inspector's notes
Observed low water pressure for hot water in handwashing sink closest to grill area. PIC stated technicians would not complete repairs until monday 9/22. Please make repairs prior to 9.23.25.
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5-103.12 - Priority Foundation: Pressure
Inspector's notes
Observed leaking AVB at mop sink. Repairs must be completed by 9.23.25 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed leaking spray nozzle in 3 compartment sink. Must make repairs prior to next routine inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law
Sep 17, 2025Routine2 priority3 foundation3 coreD
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed leaking AVB at mop sink. Repairs must be completed by 9.19.25 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed leaking spray nozzle in 3 compartment sink. Must make repairs prior to next routine inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was not available upon request for any working employees. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Must obtain 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 several personal beverages stored throughout store including walk-in cooler. Please designate an area for personal beverages to prevent contamination.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Observed shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, provolone cheese, queso, turkey, and American cheese with an internal temperature of 53*f. PIC stated there was a power outage at an unknown time. All items had been stocked in prep table for more than 4 hours and were discarded 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. Predefined Comment: 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. Discussed using ice baths until repairs are completed.
Inspector's notes
Observed bottle of raid used house flies stored directly above microwave. 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.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Inspector's notes
Observed prep table with ambient air temperature of 53*f at time of inspection. According to PIC, power outage occurred at an unknown time.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. PIC called to make repairs at time of inspection. Must repair prior to 9.19.25.
Inspector's notes
Observed several wet wiping cloths throughout establishment. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
Observed low water pressure for hot water in handwashing sink closest to grill area. Please make repairs prior to 9.19.25.
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5-103.12 - Priority Foundation: Pressure
Apr 24, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked chicken wings cooling in back prep table at room temperature.
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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. Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Wings were moved to walk-in cooler to rapidly chill. Also provided cooling handout.
2024
Oct 29, 2024Routine1 priority4 coreB°
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Store manager does not have CFPM available at time of 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 grilled onions with an internal temperature of 68*Fon make table. It was determined that the container is not being stored directly in refrigerated unit to help maintain cold. Please store directly in unit to ensure temperature remains below 41*F.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed several boxes of food stored directly on floor in walk-in cooler. Please keep all food 6 inches above floor to prevent contamination.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector's notes
Observed several food debris throughout establishment floors including walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer and behind stove top. Also, observed accumulated food debris from several days in floor drain next to three compartment sink. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent the presence of pests. Clean prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector's notes
Observed several employee open beverages stored throughout establishment, above food. Please designate an area for personal drinks and ensure they are enclosed with a lid and straw.
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6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking
Apr 9, 2024Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. Must obtain within 90 days. ***3RD REPEAT VIOLATION***No County legal action will result from this 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jenni Dunnreed
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed several food debris throughout establishment floors and behind stove top. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent the presence of pests. Clean prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Sep 5, 2023Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager---Observed nobody present today that has a food manager license. Ensure there is someone present for each shift that has one. 2nd repeat violation.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about flexible pipe use under sinks, fridge use and location at shake station, 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,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Jennifer Dunnreed
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: 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. ---Observed no paper towels at the front hand sink. Manager refilled the paper towels. Ensure there is sopa and paper towels at each hand sink at all times. 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 →