Raffaele's Gourmet
B°4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-04-0035
Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.
Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
We last checked the county record 8 days ago (Sep 16, 2026). Any inspection since then would not appear here yet.
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
May 6, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
@RSBNo County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
No certified food protection manager present at time of inspection. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed utensils hanging on clean rack with some visible food debris still on tongs, spoon, and masher. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to ware washing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked chicken(97°F, 93°F), cooked beef112°F, 119°F), cooked pork (85°F), cut lettuce(48°F), and roasted chilis (81°F) all in cooler with ice reporting above 41°F. PIC confirmed they had been put in there to cool overnight after being prepared on the unit. Cooling is not permitted on mobile units. 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. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. 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
PIC confirmed that items in cooler with ice (cooked beef, cooked port, cooked, cooked beans, cooked chicken) had been placed there to cool after being prepared on the unit. Per MCEHC, food preparation on mobile units shall be simplified to reduce excessive steps where food may become contaminated. Excessive steps may include, but are not limited to, cooking overnight without oversight, cooling, or cutting large volumes of food items. Cooling items were embargoed and discarded at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 6d, 9d, 10e, 11d - Food preparation shall be simplified to reduce excessive steps where food may become contaminated. Excessive steps may include, but are not limited to, cooking overnight without oversight, cooling, or cutting large volumes of food items. This prohibition does not apply to foods that have been prepared or packaged in permanent food establishments or commissaries meeting the requirements of this code.
Jan 3, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Renewal AttestationNo County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Oct 28, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 11, 2025Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed bagged beef and sausages above RTE foods and leaking onto other foods stored in the refrigerator. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Foods affected were embargoed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.
Inspector's notes
Observed mobile food unit turned off while still holding multiple TCS foods inside temping from 53°F to 94°F. The list of TCS foods and temperatures include cooked pork at 94°F, pre-packaged chimichangas at 60°F, raw shelled eggs at 70°F, refried beans at 53°F, salsa at 72°F, raw chicken cuts at 55°F, ranch at 77°F, shredded cheese at 71°F, sour cream at 63°F, raw beef at 62°F, cooked ground beef at 80°F, cooked beef cartilage at 77°F, beans and meat combo at 72°F, breaded chicken patties at 59°F, sliced cheese at 68°F, sausage at 65°F, sliced deli ham at 60°F, sliced lettuce at 61°F, hotdogs at 71°F, and bacon wrapped hot dogs at 72°F. Person in Charge (PIC) was unable to provide a time for when refrigeration had been turned off and foods were left in the truck. Except during preparation, cooking, or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. 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.
Jun 10, 2025Routine2 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed one can of Orthene in one of the storage compartments under the 3-compartment sink. Because of the toxicity of restricted use pesticides, they can only be applied by certified operator. Employee discarded the Orthene at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.12 (C) - Priority Foundation: Conditions of Use; Pesticides by certified applicator
Inspector's notes
Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 85*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 39*F. Cold holding equipment shall be maintained at 41*F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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 three sets of glass light bulbs missing the protective light shields above the hand wash station and prep area. Please provide new light shields prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
Inspector's notes
Observed the following items being carried over in the reach in unit at time of inspection: cheese, eggs, sausage links, cooked beef, raw chorizo, raw beef and sour cream. Food preparation shall be simplified to reduce excessive steps where food may become contaminated. Food items were embargoed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 6d, 9d, 10e, 11d - Food preparation shall be simplified to reduce excessive steps where food may become contaminated. Excessive steps may include, but are not limited to, cooking overnight without oversight, cooling, or cutting large volumes of food items. This prohibition does not apply to foods that have been prepared or packaged in permanent food establishments or commissaries meeting the requirements of this code.
2024
Dec 3, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Provide copy of Certified Food Manager Certification. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed missing paper towels at paper towel dispenser. Ensure to provide paper towels. Operator provided paper towels at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Addl Notes: Observed missing soap and hand wash station on mobile food facility at time of inspection. Operator provided soap at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: 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.
Inspector's notes
The following food items were found at inadequate cold holding temperatures. Operator was instructed to discard the following food items at time of inspection. --Tater tots-3lbs-60*F -raw chicken-15lbs-47*F 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 refrigeration unit at 53*F on mobile food facility at time of inspection. Refrigeration must keep cold holding temperatures at 41*F or below. Operator proceeded to make repairs refrigeration verified at 41*F. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below.
Inspector's notes
Observed severely damaged/torn screens ensure to repair or replace missing screens to prevent vermin entry. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Per operator, the following food items were stored in refrigeration unit from earlier service of today and stored to be used for the next day. Operator voluntarily discard the following food items. -raw pork-3lbs -potatoes-10lbs -eggs-12ct Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 6b, 8c, 9b, 10c, 11b - All time/temperature control for safety foods shall be prepared on the same day of sale or service. Time/temperature control for safety foods shall not be held over from a previous day's operation unless otherwise approved by the Department.
Oct 16, 2024Routine2 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed container of Orthene cockroach killer stored under 3-compartment sink. Only those poisonous or toxic materials that are required for the operation and maintenance of a food establishment, such as for the cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and utensils and the control of insects and rodents, shall be allowed in a food establishment. Person in charge removed container at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Inspector's notes
Observed ambient temperature of sole reach-in refrigeration unit at 71.7*F. Inadequate amount of refrigeration. Establishment shall provide adequate amount of refrigeration to maintain a temperature of 41*F or below. No food was observed in refrigeration unit. Mobile food unit was taken to onsite mechanic and obtained an ambient temperature of 38.8*F.
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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 1 overhead protective screen in disrepair. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: o Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; o Closed, tight-fitting windows; and o Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors Please correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed 3 overhead light fixtures without protective shields. Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Please correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
Mar 26, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation on this inspection.Inspection conducted at Ralph’s Commissary.Inspection report sent to email. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Pablo
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 pack of chicken in handwashing station. Asked operator about chicken and chicken was removed from sink. Chicken was operator's personal food. Inspection continued after chicken was removed from handwashing station. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Dec 12, 2023Routine3 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection conducted at ralph's commissary.Emailed report to operator at time of inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit cardand 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 changerequest form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Revoke / Suspend: N,Embargo Lbs: 0,Award: Not Participating,At Office: N,Water Sample: N,Signer: Pablo G.
Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Observed dead cockroach in three-compartment sink. Premise shall remain of free of insects, rodents and pests. Recommended professional be called to exterminate pests if needed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Observed kickplate at reach-in refrigeration unit in disrepair. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Recommended repairs be made prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-202.11, C: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding Observed light fixtures in mobile unit with no protective shield. Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single use articles. Recommended shields be attached prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Oct 27, 2023Routine1 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights acknowledged by Martha R.Report was emailed and operator contacted to verify delivery.Inspection conducted at Ralph's Snack Bar.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[1]Form-181Award: A,Signer: Martha Rojo,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Embargo Lbs: 0
Core-6-202.11, C: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding >>>Observed the shielding missing form two of the glass light fixtures. Advised operator they must have them replaced to prevent contamination and injury. Correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
This address holds 8 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
- 87Mobile Food AnnualB°Permit MF-05-0003 · last inspected Oct 3, 2025
- 59Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-05-0095 · last inspected Aug 4, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-06-0002 · last inspected Jul 30, 2026
- 92Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-06-0023 · last inspected Jul 15, 2026
- 92Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-06-0029 · last inspected Aug 20, 2026
- 87Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-06-0055 · last inspected Jul 30, 2026
- 94Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-11-0175 · last inspected May 6, 2026
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 16, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →