PlateScore

Aldi

A

4555 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix 85032

Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-86689

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

County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202420252026Feb 5, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 26, 2024 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 24, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 4, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 5, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 7, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 6, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 10, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history17 on record

2026

Jun 10, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

Feb 6, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

2025

Oct 7, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jun 5, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Feb 4, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Sep 24, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed proper storage order in the walk-in meat cooler; PIC was given food storage order handout.

Jun 26, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

In walk-in storage for meat, observed packaged marinated chicken thighs being stored in a box stacked on top of a box containing packaged ground beef. On a shelf in the walk-in storage , observed packaged ground turkey in box being stored above packaged salmon in a box. 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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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed standing water on the floor in between the hand washing sink and mop sink. Clean the floors at a frequency to preclude accumulation of water. PIC indicated that they have a work ticket in for the standing water. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Feb 5, 2024RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed alternative cleaning processes in place.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.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,Signer: Reiner Sprenker

Jan 18, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Establishment has not opened, signed posted for 02/01/2024 opening.

Jan 2, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

The establishment is not open for business yet. Employee thought it would be open next week. Will check back in appx. 2 weeks.

2023

Dec 22, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Final Construction inspection conducted with site superintendent, Craig . Construction completed and approved. Inspection rights and inspection report was emailed to CraigIntegrated pest control plan received for the back delivery area and attached to permit file. All items have been corrected at time of inspectionThis 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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Dec 14, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Equipment inspection conducted with Site Superintendent, Craig. At the time of this inspection, this project was about 95% complete. Inspection report was emailed to CraigAddress the following items:1. Install all soap, paper towel and chemical dispensers2. Any chemical dispenser connected to a water line requires a ASSE 1055A backflow preventer that has an air gap 3.. Seal all holes, crevices and penetrations, ie cove base flashing in the walk in cooler, area around the walk in cooler door4. Provide integrated pest control plan at time of final inspectionFacility approved to stock and trainPlease continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. Please call (602) 402-3147 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. A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified food manager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approved food handler certificates. No county legal action will result from the inspection.

Nov 21, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Equipment inspection conducted with Site Superintendent, Craig . At the time of this inspection, this project was about 85% complete. Inspection rights and inspection report was emailed to CraigAddress the following items:1. Provide hot water at 110^F for sinks, 100^F for tempered handwash stations at final inspection2. Provide test certifications for the backflow at time of final inspection3. All cold hold units to be at 41^F or below at time of final inspection4. Seal all cracks, crevice and penetrations, ie cove in coolers at concrete curb, wall juncture, cooler condensation line areas5. Provide separate water lines for the chemical dispenser at the mopsinkPlease continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. Please call (602) 402-3147 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. A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified food manager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approved food handler certificates. No county legal action will result from the inspection.

Nov 13, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

This construction inspection was conducted With RS 674, Ken and Craig. Discussion was held in regards to flooring and options in regards to air curtain/Integrated pest control. Discussion was about the product that will be used to provide a sealed floor. Next inspection scheduled for 11/21/23No County legal action will result from this inspection

Nov 2, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Equipment inspection conducted with Site Superintendent, Craig . At the time of this inspection, this project was about 70% complete. Inspection rights and inspection report was emailed to CraigAddress the following items:1. Provide floor that is flush and repels/beads water. 2. Provide air curtain at entry back door or means to eliminate pest control issues3. Seal all cracks, crevice and penetrations, ie cove in coolers at concrete curb, wall juncture, cooler condensation line areasPlease continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. Please call (602) 402-3147 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. A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified food manager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approved food handler certificates. No county legal action will result from the inspection.

Oct 27, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Construction inspection conducted with CraigInspection report emailed to CraigFacility not ready for inspection. Rescheduled inspections when walk in coolers are completed and flooring has been doneNo County legal action will result from this inspection

Oct 17, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Equipment inspection conducted with Site Superintendent, Craig. At the time of this inspection, this project was about 60% complete. Inspection report was emailed to CraigAddress the following items:1. Provide curbing for the walk in coolers2. Provide cove base in the front area of the walk in cooler (interior and exterior)3. Provide separate water line at the mopsink for dedicated chemical line4. Ensure all flooring is sealed, junctures filled. Flooring to be smooth, easy cleanable and non-absorbent5. Provide covered trash containers in the restroom 6. Seal all holes, crevices and penetrationsPlease continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. Please call (602) 402-3147 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. A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified food manager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approved food handler certificates. No county legal action will result from the inspection.

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 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →