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Native Grill & Wings

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1339 E Chandler Blvd, Phoenix 85048

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-84578

Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

94
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Aug 23, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 6, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 5, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Aug 5, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Dec 3, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 18, 2025 — Routine — score 77 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Jun 18, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 29, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Mar 19, 2026 — Routine — score 92 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Mar 31, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Jun 11, 2026 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)96
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history13 on record

2026

Jun 11, 2026Routine4 coreA

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

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

Observed a large amount of grease and food debris accumulating on the sides of the fryers and the surrounding equipment. Equipment must be kept clean and cleaned at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of soils. Please have the equipment cleaned and cleaned more frequently. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

2nd Repeat Violation Observed the lid falling apart on the front prep cooler in the expo area. It is currently being held together by duct tape. Duct tape harbors bacteria and food debris. Equipment must be smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. The duct tape is not durable or easily cleanable. It is not an approved repair. Please have the lid properly repaired or replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

4TH REPEAT VIOLATION Observed dust accumulating on the ceilings above the food prep area in the back, and accumulating above the cook line. Also, observed grease and food debris accumulating on the walls and floors around the fryers. Facility must maintained clean and cleaned at a frequency to prevent accumulation of soils. Please have these areas cleaned and cleaned more frequently. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

5TH REPEAT VIOLATION Observed missing light covers on 3 lights; one above the cook line, one above the prep sink and prep table, and one in the dry storage room above food and food contact surfaces. All lights above food, food contact surfaces, food prep areas, and single use articles must have a protective shielding or be shatterproof. Please have the light covers replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

Mar 31, 2026Re-Inspection3 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.All violations due for correction have been corrected.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

On the expo line, observed the lid of the cold holding, prep unit falling apart and held together with duct tape. Observed duct tape residue on the edges of the lid. Equipment must be repaired properly to ensure it is smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Duct tape allows for the harborage of bacteria and debris. Please have lid repaired properly or replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

3rd Repeat Violation. Observed grease and food debris accumulating on the floors and walls behind the fryers and prep tables on the cook line. Observed heavy dust accumulation above the cook/prep lines in the kitchen. Please have facility cleaned more frequently and cleaned as often as needed to prevent the accumulation of soils. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

4th Repeat Violation Observed the florescent light above the prep line open and without a protective cover. Please have the protective cover replaced, or get light cover tubing, or get shatterproof bulbs. All lighting above food or food prep areas must be protected from shattering. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

Mar 19, 2026Routine1 foundation3 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed drain line air gaps. Discussed replacing the ASSE 1022 for the tea machine. Re-inspection for the test strips will be scheduled for March 30th.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

On the expo line, observed the lid of the cold holding, prep unit falling apart and held together with duct tape. Observed duct tape residue on the edges of the lid. Equipment must be repaired properly to ensure it is smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Duct tape allows for the harborage of bacteria and debris. Please have lid repaired properly or replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection the establishment did not have any usable quat test strips. Test strips for all sanitizing solutions must be kept available and in good condition at all times. Please obtain test strips prior to re-inspection. 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.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

3rd Repeat Violation. Observed grease and food debris accumulating on the floors and walls behind the fryers and prep tables on the cook line. Observed heavy dust accumulation above the cook/prep lines in the kitchen. Please have facility cleaned more frequently and cleaned as often as needed to prevent the accumulation of soils. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

4th Repeat Violation Observed the florescent light above the prep line open and without a protective cover. Please have the protective cover replaced, or get light cover tubing, or get shatterproof bulbs. All lighting above food or food prep areas must be protected from shattering. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

2025

Oct 29, 2025Routine2 coreA

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

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

2nd repeat violation. Observed grease and food debris accumulating on the floors and walls behind the fryers and prep tables. Observed dust accumulating on the ceilings on and around the AC vents. Facility should be cleaned as frequently as needed to prevent dust, grease, debris, and other soil accumulation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

3rd Repeat Violation. Observed the middle light blubs on the line missing their diffuser. Observed the diffuser on the light above the dishwashing machine falling off. Please have these repaired so that all lights have a protective shield or replace the bulbs with shatterproof bulbs (Rubberized or LED). Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

Jun 18, 2025Routine2 coreA

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

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed a build up of grease and residues on the floors behind the fryers and prep tables. Floors must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of grease, residues, debris, and any other soils. Please clean floors more frequently. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

2nd repeat violation. Observed the middle light blubs on the line missing their diffuser. Observed the diffuser on the light above the dishwashing machine falling off. Please have these repaired so that all lights have a protective shield or replace the bulbs with shatterproof bulbs (Rubberized or LED). Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

Mar 18, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation3 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Suspension has been lifted via virtual inspection on 3/14/2025 and was verified at the time of inspection.

#6 — Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco UseCore2-401.11

Inspector's notes

Observed employee cell phone stored on the prep cooler cutting board and multiple employee drinks stored on or above food contact surfaces. PIC moved employee consumables to the designated area and will retrain on proper eating, drinking, and tobacco use. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed an employee hand raw chicken before removing gloves and handling wing dressing containers without first washing their hands. 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. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Advised PIC to utilize tongs if they can be properly stored to help reduce required handwashing. 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.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed ice in the bar hand sink. No dedicated dump sink observed in the bar area. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC provided a bucket to store dumped drinks/ice. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed tile along cook line missing. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Observed black build up on ceiling tiles above cook line. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation *Third consecutive repeat violation* 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed 3 bays of unprotected lighting on the line, dry storage and dish pit areas. Advised PIC to provided protective shielding such as a diffuser, plastic tube, or to replace with a shatterproof bulb (rubberized or LED style) prior to the next routine inspeciton. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

Mar 14, 2025Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended1 priority

facility closed due to water shut off. report emailed to manager on duty

#3 — No Running Water (ISFD)Priority8-404.11

Inspector's notes

observed facility in food service operation during the inspector arrival. discussed with manager regarding the imminent health hazard and water requirements to continue safe operations. manager voluntarily closed. please contact district sanitarian once the water repair re-established.

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Predefined Comment: A permit holder shall immediately discontinue operations and notify the regulatory authority if an imminent health hazard may exist because of an emergency such as a fire, flood, extended interruption of electrical or water service, sewage backup, misuse of poisonous or toxic materials, onset of an apparent foodborne illness outbreak, gross insanitary occurrence or condition, or other circumstance that may endanger public health. 8-404.11 - Priority: Ceasing Operations and Reporting. Predefined Comment: A permit holder shall immediately discontinue operations and notify the regulatory authority if an imminent health hazard may exist because of an emergency such as a fire, flood, extended interruption of electrical or water service, sewage backup, misuse of poisonous or toxic materials, onset of an apparent foodborne illness outbreak, gross insanitary occurrence or condition, or other circumstance that may endanger public health.

Mar 14, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

2024

Dec 3, 2024Routine1 coreA

Inspection report shared via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about vomit and diarrheal clean up procedure as well as plumbing requirements.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed tile along cook line missing. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Observed black build up on ceiling tiles above cook line. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd repeat core violation.

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Repeat Violation 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability

Aug 5, 2024Routine1 coreA

**Talked to staff about walkin doors, and light requirements.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed duct tape in a few areas around the mop sink, and FRP coming apart behind fridges. Ensure areas are easy cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability

Mar 5, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about ceiling light replacement going on, water temperature requirements, and sent dog patio information.Confirmed email with manager.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.Confirmed email with manager.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: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Kelly Davis

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority foundation2-301.14

PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: 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. ---Observed employee touching dirty dishes at the dishpit, then proceeding to put away clean dishes with their hands without washin them. Manager talked to the employee, rewashed the dishes and had employee wash hands. Priority Foundation-2-301.15, Pf: Where 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. ---Observed employee washing their hands at the dishpit, instead of the hand washing station. Manager had employee rewash hands. Ensure that hand washing is occurring at the hand sinks. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 6, 2023RoutinecleanA°

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.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 a food manager license.Confirmed email with manager.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,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Brian Maxwell

Aug 23, 2023Routine1 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.Confirmed email with manager.**Talked to manager about illness policy, food manger licenses, and dog friendly patio.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, 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-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Jennifer Amato

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability ---Observed large holes in the walls under the 3 compartment sink. Observed missing silicone along sink edges. Observed rusty shelves in walkin. Observed duct tape in various places in the kitchen including ice machine and air ducts. Ensure areas are cleanable, smooth, and non-absorbent. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →