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Black Rock Coffee Bar

A

22490 E Ocotillo Rd, Queen Creek 85142

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-85537

Score based on 5 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

89
Good

Queen Creek restaurant avg: 94

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Score over time

100060202420252026Feb 27, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 25, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 10, 2025 — Routine — score 65 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Sep 17, 2025 — Routine — score 90 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Jun 1, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Jun 1, 2026Routine1 coreA

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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed north door is wide open and was for the duration of the inspection. As per manager, the door is broken and missing a seal as well. Observed drive up window is left open. Talked to manager about pest control and door policies. Ensure that all outer openings and self closing and tight fitting. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

2025

Sep 17, 2025Routine2 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed blender rinse equipment installed at the hand sink by the toaster oven. Manager removed the equipment. Ensure that hand sinks are only used to wash hands. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a chemical spray bottle that said glass cleaner, but the manager said it was floor cleaner. Staff dumped the contents, and added glass cleaner to the glass cleaner bottle. Ensure that all spray bottle have labels and correct labels to reduce their misuse. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

Apr 10, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteC

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about time control and which sinks are hand sinks and soap/paper towel storage locations.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed employee pick up a paper towel from the ground, and throw it away, then proceed to go back to food prep tasks. Talked to manager about handwashing policy. Ensure that handwashing is occurring going from dirty to clean tasks in the kitchen. 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 foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no paper towels at hand sink by the drive thru window. More paper towels were added to empty dispenser. Ensure that hand sinks have paper towels at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 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. Addl Notes: Observed ice stored inside the hand sink by the drive thru window. Ice was removed. Ensure that all hand sinks are clear and only used for hand washing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: 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.

#52 — Sewage and Waste Water Properly DisposedPriority5-402.13

Inspector's notes

Observed facility is cleaning mats outside in the rocks, leading to a storm drain. Observed ice was dumped outside in the rocks, leading to a storm drain. Talked to staff about storm drain system and the sewer systems. Ensure that all water use from the facility (ice and cleaning tasks) go into the grease trap/sewer system. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13 - Priority: Conveying Sewage

2024

Nov 25, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Front drive through hand sink found with no paper towels, stocked at time of inspection. *Repeat* 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. Addl Notes: Front drive through hand sink blocked by trash can, hand sink must be maintained unobstructed. *Repeat* Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: 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.

Feb 27, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Samantha B. 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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Samantha Beam

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

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 use register and then proceed to make a drink without washing her hands. Asked employee to wash her hands and discussed washing hands whenever tasks are changed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

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 hand wash sink near drive thru window without towels. Discussed having all hand sinks stocked with soap and towels at all times. PIC stocked sink with towels. Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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. Observed hand sink by drive thru window blocked by a trash can. Discussed not blocking a hand sink in any way. Moved trash can under counter so that it is not blocking the sink. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Jan 10, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean

Final construction inspectionConstruction is complete and approvedThis 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 emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 3, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean

Construction inspection.Ok to stock and train.Address the following items:(1) Provide a second faucet on the 3 comp sink.(2) Drive through window must be self closing Report auto emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 2, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean

Construction inspection.Construction is about 95% completeWalked site with Blake(1) Fix the micro-switch on the air curtain.(2) Drive through window must be self closing(3) The walk-in unit must be holding at 41 F or below.(4) Finish installing the dump sink faucets.(5) Finish all caulking and trim detail work.(6) Provide an additional swing arm faucet for the 3 comp sink.Please continue 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. Please also ensure you have read your Responsibilities to Qualify for a Permit document and are in compliance with all requirements before final inspection. Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.

2023

Dec 11, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Construction visit to assess the status of the project.Construction still on-going.Nobody on-site.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 →