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Picossitos

A

210 N Avondale Blvd, Avondale 85323

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2405745

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

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

99
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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10006020252026May 28, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 30, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jan 29, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 29, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history5 on record

2026

Apr 29, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed cleaning schedule for establishment.Establishment observed to be using whey protein. Discussed any menu changes that include adding any other dietary supplements/food additives must be GRAS and operator must verify approval.Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/…

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed black organic matter on deflector of ice machine. Discussed cleaning procedures and increasing cleaning frequency. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.

Jan 29, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed whey protein used for "post workout" shake on menu.Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is the agency responsible for regulating the use of Kratom and THC in food. You must contact ADHS to obtain information on requirements related to these products. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.azdhs.gov/documents/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/adhs-kava-and-other-dietary-supplement-products-letter.pdf

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided handout with changes to Food Code. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 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

2025

Nov 17, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

advisory

Oct 30, 2025Routine2 coreA

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of food debris on reach-in refrigerator in backroom. Discussed with PIC that required that non-food contact surfaces be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: 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.

May 28, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

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.

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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

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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 →