Pazzo Gelato
A5482 S Power Rd, Gilbert 85295
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-88100
Score based on 5 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 history6 on record
2026
Mar 27, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment has a RO water purifier system in the back kitchen area of the business. The establishment also has a espresso machine that does not have a back flow device. Explained to PIC, if the owner wishes to keep the RO system, then a RPZ (ASSE 1013) will need to be installed and can be used for the RO system and the espresso machine. If the owner, wants to remove the RO system part of the water purifier then a 1022 dual check valve will need to be installed on the water connection for the espresso machine. The 1022 will need to be replace every year to be functioning properly. Inspector will follow up at the next routine inspection.
2025
Aug 28, 2025Routine1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling methods and ice wand use with the PIC and CFPM requirements
Inspector's notes
Observed door handles of all equipment with accumulation of food debris. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent accumulation of food debris. **1ST REPEAT VIOLATION Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.
Feb 12, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundation5 coreC
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Certified manager certification was not available upon request. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Please ensure all food handling employees also obtain food handlers cards.
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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
Several personal food was stored throughout freezer and upright reach-in cooler. Please designate an area for employee food to prevent contamination.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Paper towels were not available at either hand washing sinks. PIC restocked at time of 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 unsweetened black tea stored in three door reach-in cooler with organic debris. Date on black tea was 4/10/2026. Discussed date marking requirements once package is opened to ensure quality and food safety. According to PIC, tea was for personal use but is offered on their menu.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source. Predefined Comment: All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed door handles of all equipment with accumulation of food debris. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent accumulation of food debris. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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. Addl Notes: Observed accumulation of food debris on food contact surface of spindle shake mixer. According to PIC, spindle is cleaned once a day, discussed importance of cleaning frequency of a minimum of 4 hours. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed dipper well turned off with ice cream scoopers stored directly in standing water.In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. PIC turned on dipper well at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Inspector's notes
Observed upright reach-in freezer with organic debris. Equipment is currently not in use and is disconnected from outlet. Discussed importance of maintaining equipment clean at all times to prevent bacterial growth when not in use. Equipment must be stored clean.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Inspector's notes
Observed leaking pipe in three compartment sink. Please repair prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
2024
Aug 14, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Jan 30, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by emaill and inspection rights signed for by Josh W. 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: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Josh Webster
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 sink in back room without towels. Discussed having all hand sinks stocked with soap and towels at all times. PIC filled dispenser with towels. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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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 →