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Little Jupiter Cafe

B°

876 N Mcqueen Rd, Gilbert 85233

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2405707

Score based on 4 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

83
Good

Gilbert restaurant avg: 95

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10006020252026Mar 11, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 19, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 9, 2026 — Routine — score 62 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Aug 4, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)84
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history4 on record

2026

Aug 4, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.TCS food in the cold table next to the flat-top grill temped 47*F to 55*F, but unit read 41*F at the time of inspection. PIC stated they had just had a rush and the unit had been opened frequently. Please ensure the unit consistently holds TCS food 41*F or below. Discussed temperature logs for the unit. Provided FDA form 1B. Discussed consumer advisory and provided advisory guide sheet.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Bacon, cheese, micro arugula, sausage and potato patties in cook line cold table at 47*F to 55*F internally for unknown time. Embargoed, PIC removed from service.

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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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore4-301.14

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Homestyle vent hood has been installed over flat top grill, with accumulation of grease on the wall behind. Manager took the flat top out of service. Please ensure all equipment meets NSF or equivalent standard.

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4-301.14 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy

Mar 9, 2026Routine2 priority1 foundation3 coreC°

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No food manager certification present.

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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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.

#9 — No Bare Hand Contact with RTE Foods or a Pre-Approved Alternate Properly FollowedPriority3-301.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Employee handled bread for a ready to eat sandwich with bare hands.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11(B) - Priority: Preventing Contamination from Hands. 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. Predefined Comment: RTE food that was contacted by bare hands was discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Micro greens and aoli, made in-house with mayo labeled for refrigeration, held on the prep table for five hours, per employee, at 77*F and 74*F internally. Embargoed, PIC discarded. Reviewed time/temperature control foods and procedures with PIC.

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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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Containers of egg salad and Spam dated with 8 day discard. PIC corrected discard date to 7 (prep+6) dates.

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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. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1).

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.18

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Ceiling panels missing in the kitchen. Please replace.

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6-201.18 - Core: Walls and Ceilings, Studs, Joists, and Rafters

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-304.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. No vent hood for griddle and hot plate. Please provide required ventilation for these units.

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6-304.11 - Core: Mechanical-Ventilation

2025

Aug 19, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.

Mar 11, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.

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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 →