Tropical Sno Ahwatukee

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4747 E Elliot Rd, Phoenix 85044

Food Establishment · Permit FD-89253

Score based on 5 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.

100

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Apr 1, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

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2025

Aug 19, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Confirmed the non-dairy creamer is non -TCS. No prepping was done at time of inspection a facilities inspection was conducted.

Jun 12, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: No prepping took place at time of inspection. A facilities inspection was conducted.

2024

Nov 14, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Oct 9, 2024Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#45 — Single-Use/Single-Service Articles; Properly Stored, UsedCore4-502.13

Inspector's notes

Observed in the freezer many single use containers filled with ice and the containers say blue cheese. Per PIC the containers were bought in bulk and never used for blue cheese. Discussed with PIC the single used containers are not designed to be washed and reused. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-502.13(A) - Core: Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed white ceiling tiles in the front of the facility with brown spots from water damage. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) to replace and maintain in good repair. Per PIC they will be replaced as soon as possible. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation

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Repeat Violation 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

Apr 24, 2024Routine1 coreA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note: No prepping at time of inspection a facilities inspection completedReport sent via email 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. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Rosetta Simmons

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods >>>Observed white ceiling tiles in the front of the facility with brown spots from water damage. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) to replace and maintain in good repair. Per PIC they will be replaced as soon as possible. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Oct 18, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed Facilities 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Rosetta Simmons

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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 →