Modo Mio Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria
A9815 W Happy Valley Rd, Peoria 85383
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2404060
Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history7 on record
2026
Jul 24, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling requirements (cooked, portioned pasta) with the manager. Per manager, plans for remodel have been finalized. Reminded manager to apply for remodel prior to any work starting.
Inspector's notes
At the time of inspection there was not a Certified Food Protection Manager present at the establishment. Per general manager, they have made plans to obtain the certification. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Provided list of ANSI accredited providers via email.
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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
Observed gap at bottom of back door. The establishment shall maintain all outer openings protected/sealed to prevent the introduction of pests into the kitchen. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Apr 26, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed the following topics with the general manager: 1) Obtaining new chlorine sanitizer test strips and using them to verify proper concentrations are being achieved at the mechanical dishwasher 2) Completing the Food Protection Manager Certification 3) At the time of inspection the mechanical dishwasher was not registering any detectable amount of chlorine sanitizer after running multiple cycles. The dishwasher dispensed sanitizer while priming the sanitizer line, but did not dispense sanitizer during a normal run cycle. Establishment was not actively washing dishes at the time of inspection, and has a 3-compartment sink equipped with a quaternary ammonia based sanitizer as an alternative to the mechanical dishwasher. Instructed manager to contact mechanical dishwasher servicer for repairs.*The establishment indicated an upcoming remodel taking place including the construction of a full bar, expanding the footprint of the kitchen, and updating the outdoor patio dining area. Instructed the establishment to submit a remodel application on our website. Provided directions for applying via email.
2025
Sep 16, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dust build up on shelves in the walk-in cooler. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Jun 3, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 28, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking. Ensure a remodel is placed with the county prior to starting remodel. Information included in email provided to the establishment.
2024
Jul 9, 2024Routine3 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the permit issuance. 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. 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.
Inspector's notes
The RPZ backflow prevention device for the water supply line to the soda fountain carbonator must be tested and certified prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
Relocate the two door freezer as discussed that is adjacent to the back hand sink so that this hand sink is visible and accessible to the entire back work area. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-301.13 - Core: Handwashing Aids and Devices, Use Restrictions. 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
Replace the broken door seals on the pizza prep cooler Prior to your next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →