Poliberto's

5021 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85035

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-85710

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

May 11, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.

Jan 20, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.Discussed chlorine concentration between 50 to 100ppm for adequate sanitizing.

2025

Oct 7, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with operator date marking requirements for Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items (Maximum 7days). Discussed adequate hand washing and hand sinks. Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.

May 27, 2025Routine2 coreA

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

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Inspector's notes

Observed some bulk food containers missing adequate labeling. Ensure to properly label all bulk food containers with common name for proper identification. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food

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

Inspector's notes

Observed old food debris in hard to reach areas throughout facility including, behind equipment, under equipment, dry storage, under three compartment sink, mop sink area , floor sinks and inside walk-in refrigeration and freezer units. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Mar 6, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with Operator to ensure all toxic chemical labels are legible.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed pooling water inside bottom of two door refrigeration unit. Refrigeration verified at 41*F or blow. Ensure to repair an eliminate any condensation leaks and maintain in good repair.

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

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressurePriority foundation5-103.11

Inspector's notes

Internal temperature of 85*F for hot water at initial time of inspection. Operator proceeded to adjust boiler at time of inspection. Hot water was verified 110*F at three compartment sink. Ensure to always maintain hot water 100*F at three compartment sink during hours of operation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed a few ants in shelving unit on prep table. Ensure to contact pest control for control of ants in food establishment. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring

2024

Oct 23, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided cooling chart to assist in verifying cooling practices.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed ice scoop stored directly on top of ice machine. Scoops may be stored on a regularly cleaned surface. Ice scoop was washed and placed on a regularly cleaned surface. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

Mar 13, 2024Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--In-use utensils; properly stored (i.e. - ice scoop)--Found molcajete bowls used for personal/employee useProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: Updated selections 21-27.,Signer: Maria De la T

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsCore4-603.12

Core-4-603.12, C: Precleaning Several "old" day dots found on food containers. Assure day dots are removed from containers prior to cleaning. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Sep 13, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Felipe O

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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 →