PlateScore

Snowfox

A

2250 E Baseline Rd, Phoenix 85042

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-91027

Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

96
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 11, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 7, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 25, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Aug 27, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 10, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 22, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)May 29, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 10, 2025 — Routine — score 75 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Sep 19, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 15, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 21, 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 history11 on record

2026

May 21, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report printed.

Jan 15, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed.

2025

Sep 19, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.Employee was able to provide digital logs of 4-hour cleaning cycles being conducted for the sushi rice sheeter machine at time of reinspection. Discussed the importance of reviewing and adhering to parameters dictated by the HACCP plan on file. Ensure logs are up-to-date and maintained on site for review.

Sep 10, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundationB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed maintaining all records and documents needed for HACCP plan on-site and available for review. A reinspection will occur on or prior to 9/19/2025 to verify the correction of Violation #29.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed mobile cart being stored directly in front of and blocking the designated hand sink in the food prep area. Discussed the importance of maintaining the designated hand sink free from obstructions to promote hand washing. 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 relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed 3-comp sink actively being used to wash dishes with a concentration of 500+ PPM quaternary ammonium sanitizer. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. PIC remade the solution of sanitizer at the proper concentration at time of inspection. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#29 — Compliance with Variance, Specialized Process, Reduced Oxygen Packaging Criteria or HACCP planPriority foundation8-103.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no cleaning log being kept for sushi rice sheeter machine at time of inspection. PIC stated that they only clean the sushi rice sheeter machine once per day around 5pm. HACCP plan on file specifically states cleaning for the rice sheeter machine needs to occur once every 4 hours, and a 'cleaning variance' would be need to be acquired prior to removing this requirement. Discussed the importance of maintaining all records and documentation associated with HACCP plan on-site and available for review. All procedures in approved variance/HACCP plan must be conformed to at all times. Documentation for critical control points in approved variance/HACCP must be completed, available for review, and retained as required by approved variance/HACCP plan. A reinspection will occur on or prior to 9/19/2025. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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8-103.12 (B) - Priority Foundation: Conformance with Approved Procedures; HACCP records. 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/3978/Food-Variances.

May 29, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. PIC was able to provide current Parasite Destruction documentation via email.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a valid certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM onsite by next routine inspection. 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

May 22, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: A reinspection will occur on or prior to 6/3/2025 to verify the correction of Violation #14.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a valid certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM onsite by next routine inspection. 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

#14 — Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite DestructionPriority foundation3-402.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no parasite destruction documentation on-site at time of inspection. PIC was unable to produce a current parasite destruction letter for the year 2025. Parasite destruction records or letter from supplier are required for all non-exempt fish served raw or undercooked at establishment. Must provide parasite destruction letter from supplier prior to re-inspection. A reinspection will occur on or prior to 6/3/2025 to verify the correction. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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3-402.12 - Priority Foundation: Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish. 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.

Jan 10, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Aug 27, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Apr 25, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Manny Castro

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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 large mobile cart blocking access to the hand wash sink by the 3-compartment sink in the food prep area. PIC moved the beverage holder to a proper storage area. Hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times to allow for proper hand washing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Feb 7, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Emanuel Castro

2023

Oct 11, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Young Duk Bae

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →