The Pit House
B°25000 S 206th Pl, Queen Creek 85142
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-91728
Score based on 6 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 history11 on record
2026
Jul 13, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed cheese sauce at 95F, gravy at 115F. Manager removed the items and reheated to 165F. Ensure that hot hold machine keeps TCS foods at 135F and above at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Jan 5, 2026Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ziplock bags of hot dogs, brats, and polish sausages with no datemarking on them in the reach in fridge. Staff said the products were opened from their original container from 1-4 days ago. Ensure there are datemarks for the opened cooked meat products and used up within 7 days. Manager said they will be removed the products from the menu. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
2025
Aug 5, 2025RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 27, 2025RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to owners about which permits are which on the property.
2024
Oct 3, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee use register and try to prepare drinks without washing her hands. Had employee wash her hands before making drinks and discussed washing hands every time tasks are changed. ------------2nd Repeat
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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 coconut milk, chocolate milk and whipped cream at 47-48*F In cold unit in front area. Items had been in unit all week. Had PIC discard all items. See embargo. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cold unit up front holding with ambient temperature of 52*F. Had PIC discard all TCS foods and call for service of unit. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Reinspection not scheduled because other refrigeration is available.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice scoops in all three drink stations laying in the ice. Discussed keeping handles up if scoops are to remain in ice bins. Placed all scoops with handles up. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Feb 29, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Ady M. 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: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: DC-RLC corrected violation 9,Signer: Ady McGee
PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: When to Wash. 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 employee use register and make drinks without washing her hands. Asked employee to wash hands after using the register or changing tasks before making food or drinks. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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 only hand sink without towels. All hand sinks should be stocked with soap and towels at all times. PIC stocked sink with towels. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-602.12, C: Cooking and Baking Equipment. 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. Observed microwave with visible food debris inside and out. Discussed regular cleaning of microwave when visibly dirty or once every 24 hours. PIC will clean microwave. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers Observed 3 spray bottles with chemicals without labels. Discussed labeling all chemicals that are not in original containers to prevent misuse. PIC will label all bottles. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Jan 16, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean
Final construction inspectionConstruction is complete and approved**The roll-up door to the exterior must remain closed. Air curtains would need to be installed. I remodel would be required.** Obtain all local municipality approvals prior to opening This 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. 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.Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
2023
Dec 27, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Courtesy construction inspection.Establishment is not ready for the final.(1) Provide water to the building Please continue construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. For final approval, have all work completed, have hot water available to all sinks, have all refrigeration maintaining proper temperatures, and have all local municipality approvals.Please call (602) 527-0893 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. Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
Nov 16, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Courtesy construction inspection.Construction is about 90% complete.walked site with owner rep and GCPlease continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. For final approval, have all work completed, have hot water available to all sinks, have all refrigeration maintaining proper temperatures, and have all local municipality approvals.Please call (602) 527-0893 for a final inspection at 100% completion of project or if an additional onsite walk-through is needed. Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
Oct 13, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Equipment inspection.Construction is about 75% complete.Walked site with GCPlease continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. For final approval, have all work completed, have hot water available to all sinks, have all refrigeration maintaining proper temperatures, and have all local municipality approvals.Please call (602) 527-0893 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. Report emailed No county legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 30, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Construction inspection.Project is about 50% complete.Walked site with owner & GCDiscussed equipment layout and finishesRequest an equipment inspection when construction is about 75% complete.Report auto emailedNo county legal action will result from this 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 →