AKO International Market
B1400 S Mcclintock Dr, Tempe 85281
Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-86510
Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history9 on record
2026
Jul 14, 2026Routine1 foundation2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Per PIC; remodel to add ventilation and fire suppression system to back prep area.
Inspector's notes
Observed no CFPM on-site during time of inspection. Informed PIC that a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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 no hand-drying provision in back of store handwashing sink. Informed PIC that 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 provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed repackaged meat pies without labels and several repackaged products such as but not limited to: smoked fish, meat pies, and anchovies with incorrect labeling. Informed PIC that all packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3) -(5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 -Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling; and (7) for any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-602.11 (A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D) - Core: Food Labels
Feb 18, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with person in charge (PIC) about proper labeling requirements. Discussed with PIC about approved source regarding meat pies. PIC will follow with inspector with invoice.
2025
Sep 25, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed. Discussed labeling requirements and providing rubber seal on door of back prep area with person-in-charge.
Jun 18, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Discussed Labeling**
Inspector's notes
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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.
Mar 31, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Nov 12, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with person in charge ways to ensure/prove meat and Siluriformes fish come from an approved source; this can be verified through stamps of inspection.
Jul 2, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.*Discussed Food Establishment Permit Types, Class, and Inspection Frequency (guidance emailed). Person in charge expressed they would like to serve hot/cold time/temperature controlled for safety foods; person in charge was instructed to contact ES Plan Review for a consultation on possible changes to current permits.*Discussed acquiring safe handling stickers for raw meat by next routine inspection
2023
Oct 12, 2023Routine3 coreA°
OC inspection for a Class 4 Meat Market permit was conducted with owner Florence A. by appointment. The establishment was closed and not operating at time of inspection. This 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.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Please address the listed items prior to the next routine inspection.The owner indicated that they have future plans to install a ventilation hood for cooking on-site. Please ensure that an additional E&D permit is submitted with plans that outline the new ventilation hood. MCESD inspection report was delivered via email. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Signer: Florence Amoako,Award: Not Participating
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained -------- Correct the following: 1) Permanently affix the pull out sprayer faucet at the prep sink to prevent a cross connection. 2) Switch the hot and cold water at the mop sink. The hot must be on the left. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability -------- Paint the concrete floor sink curb, as discussed. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods -------- Continue caulking escutcheon plates and plumbing penetrations throughout the facility with silicone. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing ------- Bracket and caulk the prep sink to the wall with silicone. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Sep 14, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Your application is subject to withdrawal/closure. The corrections requested on 3/15/2022 were not completed. Additional requests were also made on 10/12/2022 and 6/20/2023. Please complete the corrections by 10/12/2023, to avoid application withdrawal/closure. Should your application for a permit be withdrawn/closed, you may appeal the closure by submitting a written request and paying the $150 administrative fee to the Department within 15 working days from the receipt of the notice of withdrawal/closure. You may also reapply by submitting a new application to the Department and paying associated application fees.
This address holds 2 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →