Raffaele's Gourmet
B°4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-06-0023
Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.
Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history11 on record
2026
Jul 15, 2026Routine1 foundation3 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 76*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 40*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 a missing screen above the 3-compartment sink. Please provide a screen prior to next routine inspection to protect outer openings. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed a fan directly above the reach-in prep table with an accumulation of grease and dust. Also, observed an accumulation of food debris inside the reach-in prep table. 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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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Inspector's notes
Observed a set of glass light bulbs missing a light shield. Please provide a light shield 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: raw pork, cooked chicken, eggs, cheese, sour cream and cooked potatoes. 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.
May 6, 2026Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed a heavy accumulation of grease inside the hood system. The ventilation hood system shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of grease. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-204.11 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Drip Prevention
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection, observed eggs being carried over for the next day of service. 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.
Mar 27, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Renewal AttestationNo County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Nov 19, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 53*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 38*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 a container of eggs inside the reach-in prep table being carried over for the next day of service. 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.
Jul 1, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed. **Pattern of non-compliance observed for violation #22, 3-501.16(A)(2) and (B). **
Inspector's notes
Observed TCS foods with internal temperatures of 50*F - 61*F in the cold-holding unit. 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. ** A pattern of non-compliance is observed for cold holding *2nd consecutive violation. **
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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.
Mar 6, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed. **Pattern of non-compliance observed for violation #22, 3-501.16(A)(2) and (B). **
Inspector's notes
The hand soap at the handwash sink was not dispensing any soap. PIC replaced the soap. Discussed making sure that hand soap is available at handwashing sinks at all times during operation. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing.
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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. Predefined Comment: PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed TCS foods with internal temperatures of 50*F - 61*F in the cold-holding unit. The foods included ham, hot dogs, and other dairy products. 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. ** A pattern of non-compliance is observed for cold holding *1st consecutive violation. **
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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.
2024
Oct 16, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteC
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed various cooked meats (ground beef, sliced steak, chorizo) with internal temperatures between 108F -114F in plastic bags inside a portable ice cooler.
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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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly hot held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observd TCS foods with internal temperatures of 50 - 65F in the coolers. TCS foods included cooked meats, cooked beans, deli meats, cooked sausages, cheeses, and other dairy products. 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.
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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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooler with minimum ambient temperature of 57F as measured by inspector min/max thermometer. The person in charge had the cooler serviced at the time of inspection. Observed cooler operate and maintain TCS cold holding temperatue of 41F or less after service.
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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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Aug 14, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 26, 2024Routineall corrected on siteA°
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-181At Office: N,Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 20,Food Handler Cards: 0,Number of Employees: 0,Number of Samples: 0,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Manny O.,Water Sample: N
~MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 9d; Food preparation in MF Type III is not simplified to reduce excessive steps where food may become contaminated. Observed sausage links, raw hot dogs, shredded monteray jack cheese, chicken patties, sliced ham and french fries at 41*F stored in reach-in refrigeration unit. It is unknown how long the food items have been in the refrigeration unit. Excessive steps such as carry over shall not occur on the mobile unit. Food items embargoed at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Dec 14, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation on this inspection.Inspection conducted at Ralph's Commissary . Inspection report sent to email on file. Inspection rights signed by Fernando O.No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of 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: Fernando O.
Oct 24, 2023Routine2 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteC°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection was conducted at Ralphs Commissary.Inspection rights were acknowledged by Fernando O.Inspection report was emailed and verified.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) 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-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 31,Signer: Fernando Olmos
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14, P: Cooling. 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. >>>>>>Observed the following items cooling in the reach in unit at time of inspection: cooked chicken at 97*F, carne asada at 88*F, and cooked pinto beans at 101*F. Cooling shall not take place on the type III mobile permit. Food items were embargoed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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. >>>Observed monterey jack cheese at 58*F, eggs at 49*F, sliced cheddar cheese at 48*F in cold holding reach unit. The amount of time the food was left out of temperature was unknown. Food items were embargoed. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food to be maintained at 41°F or less Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-7-202.12 (C), Pf: Conditions of Use; Pesticides by certified applicator >>>Observed one can of Orthene Fire Ant Killer spray under the handwashing sink. Because of the toxicity of restricted use pesticides, they can only be applied by certified operator. The Orthene was discarded. Corrected at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: 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. >>>Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 49*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 40*F. Cold holding equipment shall be maintained at 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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
- 88Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-04-0035 · last inspected May 6, 2026
- 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-06-0029 · 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 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →