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Peter Piper

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10170 W Mcdowell Rd, Avondale 85392

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-89299

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

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

96
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

100060202420252026Jan 4, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 26, 2024 — Routine — score 64 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Jul 10, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 18, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 24, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 27, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Sep 10, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 12, 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 history8 on record

2026

Jan 12, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reminders/Discussions: Opened packages/containers of ready-to-eat TCS foods must be labeled with prep date within 24 hours; Employees with artificial nails and nail polish are required to wear gloves while working with exposed foods (i.e., preparing pizzas on prep line); Discussed use of rapid cooling equipment such as walk-in refrigerator or reach-in freezer for cooling TCS foods.

2025

Sep 10, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed food storage height (6 inches above floor), protection of outer openings, hand wash station use, and restroom maintenance.

Mar 27, 2025Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring of pest activity, best cooling practices and time/temperatures, and time vs temperature control for items stored above rim of prep cooler

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessibleCore5-202.12

Inspector's notes

Both left and right hand wash stations in men's restroom have metered faucets that run for less than about 5 seconds. All 3 women's restroom hand wash stations run for about less than 10 seconds. Please adjust the metered faucets to provide at least 15 seconds of running water per activation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-202.12 (B-D) - Core: Handwashing Sinks, Installation; Faucet Approved/Installed. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Leak on stopper handle below wash basin of 4 compartment sink. Leak on meter button of center hand wash station in men's restroom. Hand wash station in ware wash room is leaking (water was shut off from valve below). Please repair. ***2nd consecutive violation*** Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

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

Inspector's notes

Debris buildup observed in floor sink below dining area's soda fountain. Please clean in a manner and frequency that prevents buildup of debris, organic matter, and/or residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2024

Jul 24, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.PIC provided invoice to inspector showing pest control has been administered on 7/24/24. Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Jul 18, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed about 5-7 live fruit flies in the dish pit and the mop sink area. According to PIC, pest control treatments are performed monthly. The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by: routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies, routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, eliminating harborage conditions and protecting outer openings, such as the exit door in the kitchen. Re-inspection 10 days. ***3rd consecutive violation*** Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

Jul 10, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed several (20+) live fruit flies in the dish pit and the mop sink area. According to PIC, pest control treatments are performed monthly. The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by: routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies, routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, eliminating harborage conditions and protecting outer openings, such as the exit door in the kitchen. Re-inspection 10 days. ***2nd consecutive violation*** Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

Jun 26, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Calibrated inspector and PIC's thermometers. Emailed cooling handouts. Conducted inspection with RS #1249.

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

Inspector's notes

Observed several deep, covered metal pans of shredded mozzarella cheese stacked in the walk-in cooler and the pizza make-line, with a date of 6/25 and internal temperature of 46-50F, probe thermometer, verified by PIC. According to PIC, the cheese was shredded from a block and began cooling the day prior to inspection. PIC discarded the cheese for failing to cool to 41F or below in 4 hours, see embargo form. PIC will retrain employees on proper cooling methods such as using shallow metal pans that are loosely covered and placed into the walk-in cooler/freezer on a speed rack or top shelf to facilitate airflow. Frequent stirring and vented pans also help to facilitate rapid cooling. TCS food that start the cooling process at 70F or less, has 4 hours to reach 41F or less. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed pepperoni, cut tomatoes, boneless chicken wings, and bone-in chicken wings cold holding in the pizza and app prep coolers with internal temperatures of 45-49F, probe thermometer, verified by person in charge (PIC). According to PIC, the prep coolers are stocked each morning and the pepperoni and tomato will be used during lunch. PIC voluntarily discarded the chicken wings, see embargo form. Discussed the importance of maintaining cold food at 41F or less to limit pathogen growth and avoid causing foodborne illness. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed several (20+) live fruit flies in the dish pit and the mop sink area. According to PIC, pest control treatments are performed monthly. The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by: routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies, routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, eliminating harborage conditions and protecting outer openings, such as the exit door in the kitchen. Re-inspection 10 days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a steady stream of water coming from the faucet at the hand washing sink in the dough room. According to PIC, the faucet cannot be turned off with the handles. Also observed a leak at the center faucet in the men's toilet room. Please repair the faucets and maintain plumbing in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Jan 4, 2024Routine1 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager - 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-ServicesDiscussed best chemical storage areas and time vs temperature control for wings, 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: Dominique Lastra

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed - Outlet cover near office is missing and exposes the inner wall. Please repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →