Estrella Health and Rehabilitation Center
A350 E La Canada Blvd, Avondale 85323
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-86314
Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history12 on record
2026
Jun 9, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 5, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
-- In walk-in refrigerator, observed tray of raw fish being stored over various covered ready-to-eat foods (pancakes, bread, potatoes, deli meats) on sheet rack. No visible contamination observed. Reviewed approved food storage with the person in charge: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.
Inspector's notes
-- Chlorine sanitizer undetectable on dishes actively being washed in dual-dishwasher functioning as a low-temperature sanitizing dishwasher. Final ambient temperature of dishwasher measured at 127°F using min/max thermometer. Reviewed MCESD sanitizing requirements with the person in charge: chlorine concentration must measure between 50ppm-100ppm range. When food-contact surfaces are being sanitized with hot water in a dish machine, the surface temperature must reach at least 160°F. At the time of inspection, the person in charge replaced the chlorine sanitizer container and primed the dish machine. After refilling and priming, the concentration measured between 50ppm-100ppm. Discussed with the person in charge ensuring employees are utilizing test strips and checking the concentration range periodically throughout the day to verify dishes are getting sanitized. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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
Nov 12, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking and minor facility maintenance
Sep 3, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed effective ice bath construction, possible use of time as a control, minor facility repair, and date marking
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the kitchen is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services 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
Jun 4, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed effective ice bath construction, cleaning of equipment, and minor facility maintenance
Mar 13, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Dec 10, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Construction on lower portion of walls in boiler room and floor in ware wash area. Discussed other minor repairs in facility that could be completed along with construction.
Sep 12, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring of cold holding. Work order in place for repairs in boiler room and ceiling.
Jun 3, 2024Routine1 coreA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed chemical storage, time as a control policy, cleaning of equipment, monitoring of sanitizer concentrations, and self-closing doors for restrooms. Also discussed best cooling methods.Discussed possible remodel of 3 compartment sink and grease trap. Please visit our website at The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Marie Crutchfield
Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed- Coved base in water heater room is missing on the East wall. Please repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Mar 21, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed when-to-wash, reheating and hot holding, designated eating/drink areas, and possible use of time as a control.The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Devon Crutchfield
2023
Dec 5, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed minor facility maintenanceThe Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Marie Crutchfield
Sep 25, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed removal of old date marks, test strips for sanitizers, monitoring of pests, and minor facility maintenance. The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Tytiana Jackson
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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 →