Ralph's Snack Bar
D°4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-10-0403
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 18, 2026.
An inspection on May 14, 2026 found violations at the county's most serious (D-equivalent) level. Scores are held in the “Poor” band for 6 months after such events — until Nov 10, 2026, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works
Score over time
Inspection history11 on record
2026
May 14, 2026Routine3 priority1 foundation1 coreD°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
CFPM not 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
No approved sanitizer or sanitizing solution on unit at time of inspection. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Cleaner was able to provide additional sanitizer at time of inspection for unit. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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 chilis(100°F) and bean flautas(108°) in hot holding unit holding below 135°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were embargoed at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw eggs (67°F), cooked beef (85°F, 111°F), cheese quesadillas (85°F), cheese (54°), raw pork (70°F), deli ham (69°F), machaca and egg (81°F), raw chicken (53°F), cooked beans (86°F), cooked pork (85°F), cooked chicken (72°F), and raw beef (53°) all reporting above 41°F at time of inspection. Refrigerator reported at 74°F inside. 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. Cooks had left for the day, and could confirm how long the items were in the unit. All TCS foods improperly cold held were embargoed 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
Unit refrigerator observed reporting at 74°F at time of inspection. All food inside unit was embargoed at time of inspection. 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. Refrigerator was serviced by on site mechanics at time of inspection unit reporting below 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.
Apr 22, 2026Routine2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed the screen above the hand wash station torn. Please repair screen to protect outer openings prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed one missing light bulb above the hand wash station. Please provide a light bulb 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
2025
Oct 22, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
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 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 n accumulation of grease buildup underneath the fryer. Clean at a frequency that prevents soiled accumulation of grease build up. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. 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
Aug 19, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 20, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundationB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: usage of ice
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation Observed sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, sliced cheese, sour cream, raw whole shell eggs, in cold holding unit with an internal temperature of 77*F. Person in charge stated foods were placed in unit over 3 hours prior to inspection and voluntarily discarded foods at end of inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Cold holding unit holding temperature-controlled foods with an ambient temperature of 75*F. Person in charge stated power on mobile unit is turned off periodically to save fuel. All equipment holding cold temperature-controlled food should maintain an ambient temperature of 41*F or below at all times for proper cold holding. Discussed usage of ice. 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: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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No probe thermometer available at time of inspection. Thermometers are required at all times. Person in charge to send photos via email of thermometers prior to re-inspection on July 1, 2025. 4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices Predefined Comment: Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection.
Feb 26, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed sliced tomatoes, cut lettuce, and cheese in the main cold-holding unit with temperatures between 51*F and 54*F using probe thermometer. Person in charge (PIC) stated the food was just prepped within 20-minutes. PIC moved the foods to a colder 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.
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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 relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
2024
Oct 23, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed main refrigeration unit at ambient temperature at 55*F with min/max. Inside following tcs foods at 55*F-59*F: raw shrimps; raw eggs; cooked American Cheese slices; American shredded cheeses, bacon; cooked meats. curly fries; cooked chicken; cooked beef. 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 side top door not able to lock properly. Also observed water valve tied up with plastic. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
Establishment was observed carrying leftover tcs foods. Following: raw shrimp; raw bacon; cooked chicken; cooked sausage. Not allowed to carry over tcs food from following day.
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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.
Sep 27, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 28, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights acknowledged by Elizabeth N.Report was emailed.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: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Elizabeth Nunez
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. >>>The refrigerator was holding at 74*F at time of inspection. Advised operator the cold holding equipment must measure below 41*F. Corrected at time of inspection by having the on-site mechanic repair the refrigerator. :
2023
Nov 21, 2023Routine2 foundation2 coreall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 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) 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 changerequest form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Fernando Olmos
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. o At the time of the inspection there were objects placed in the handwashing sink for storage. The handwashing sink shall be maintained so accessible at all times and not used for other purposes than handwashing. Operator removed items from the handwashing sink. 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. o Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 67.8*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 40.7*F. Cold holding equipment shall be maintained at 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected o Observed the screen above the driver cab dented. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by, filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings. Mobile unit was taken to the mechanic on site and the screen was replaced. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-202.11, C: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding o Observed one of the light shields missing above the 3-compartment sink. Mobile unit was taken to the mechanic on site and light shield was provided. Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting o Observed one of the lightbulbs out above the cook line. Mobile unit was taken to the mechanic on site and lightbulb was replaced. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Oct 6, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation and 0 Core Violations on this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.Ok to renew permit.All food preparation and including grilling, barbecuing, cooking, displaying, serving, and storage must be done inside the Mobile Food Type III unit.Mobile Food Type II and III units shall operate from a commissary or other fixed food service establishment and shall report at least daily to such location for all supplies and for cleaning and service operations.Mobile Food Type I-III establishments shall at all times remain vehicle mounted and readily movable. No permanent utility connections are permitted. Any utility connection shall be of temporary, quick-disconnect design.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report printed and handed to the operator.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Elizabeth Nunez
This address holds 54 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.
- 91Mobile Food AnnualB°Permit MF-11-0279 · last inspected Oct 28, 2025
- 95Mobile Food AnnualA°Permit MF-15-0169 · last inspected Oct 28, 2025
- 89Mobile Food AnnualB°Permit MF-22-0306 · last inspected Jun 11, 2025
- 99Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-01-0001 · last inspected Jun 1, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-01-0004 · last inspected May 14, 2026
- 59Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3C°Permit MF-01-0009 · last inspected Aug 11, 2026
- 88Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-01-0013 · last inspected Jun 12, 2026
- 92Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-05-0079 · last inspected Sep 15, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-09-0180 · last inspected Jul 16, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-10-0333 · last inspected Aug 3, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-10-0518 · last inspected Jul 16, 2026
- 88Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-10-0590 · last inspected Jul 30, 2026
- 99Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-11-0107 · last inspected May 6, 2026
- 89Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-12-0064 · last inspected Mar 27, 2026
- 97Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-12-0136 · last inspected Aug 11, 2026
- 94Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-12-0535 · last inspected Jun 30, 2026
- 100Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-13-0494 · last inspected Jun 12, 2026
- 98Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-15-0218 · last inspected May 6, 2026
- 98Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-15-0236 · last inspected Jun 12, 2026
- 99Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-15-0324 · last inspected Jun 12, 2026
- 93Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-15-0458 · last inspected Sep 3, 2026
- 92Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-16-0300 · last inspected Aug 3, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-16-0668 · last inspected Jul 16, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-17-0074 · last inspected Aug 5, 2026
- 100Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-17-0360 · last inspected Jun 12, 2026
- 90Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-17-0364 · last inspected Jul 22, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-17-0650 · last inspected May 14, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-18-0065 · last inspected May 6, 2026
- 84Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-18-0393 · last inspected Aug 3, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-18-0396 · last inspected Jun 30, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-18-0541 · last inspected Aug 5, 2026
- 86Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-19-0022 · last inspected Jul 30, 2026
- 91Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3BPermit MF-19-0107 · last inspected Sep 15, 2026
- 96Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-19-0278 · last inspected Aug 5, 2026
- 94Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-19-0351 · last inspected Jul 16, 2026
- 59Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-19-0575 · last inspected Sep 11, 2026
- 89Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-19-0583 · last inspected Jun 2, 2026
- 92Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-19-0673 · last inspected Apr 22, 2026
- 59Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3C°Permit MF-19-0693 · last inspected Aug 12, 2026
- 100Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-19-0846 · last inspected May 6, 2026
- 100Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-19-0890 · last inspected Jun 2, 2026
- 99Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-20-0156 · last inspected May 6, 2026
- 96Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-20-0470 · last inspected Sep 2, 2026
- 98Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-22-0574 · last inspected Jun 12, 2026
- 99Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-22-0652 · last inspected Jun 10, 2026
- 100Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-23-0731 · last inspected Apr 22, 2026
- 97Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-24-0211 · last inspected May 13, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-98-0001 · last inspected May 13, 2026
- 98Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-98-0004 · last inspected Aug 4, 2026
- 95Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF-98-0005 · last inspected Aug 3, 2026
- 59Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3B°Permit MF-99-0003 · last inspected Jun 25, 2026
- 98Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3APermit MF2404335 · last inspected Aug 19, 2026
- 100Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3A°Permit MF2500146 · last inspected May 14, 2026
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →