Raffaele's Gourmet

B°

4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-11-0175

Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

May 6, 2026Routine2 foundation2 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.12

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. Person in charge discarded the Orthene during 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

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 59*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 37*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.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

Observed a fan directly above the reach-in prep table with an accumulation of dust and grease. 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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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore4-202.18

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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4-202.18 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters

Mar 6, 2026RoutinecleanA°

Renewal AttestationNo County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Oct 3, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

Months Reduced

Mar 19, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two missing light shields above the reach-in prep table. 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

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 50.9*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 37*F. Cold holding equipment shall be maintained at 41*F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2024

Aug 14, 2024RoutinecleanA°

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

May 22, 2024Routine2 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights acknowledged by Edith E.Report was emailed.Inspection conducted at 4075 S 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ.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: B,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Edith E.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: 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. >>>Soap was not readily available at the handwashing sink at time of inspection. Advised operator they must have soap at the handwashing station to properly wash their hands. Corrected at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

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 not turned on at time of inspection. Advised operator the refrigerator must maintain 41*F or below to properly cold-hold time/temperature control for safety (TCS) items. Corrected at time of inspection by turning on the refrigerator and putting food items on ice to quickly cool down the unit. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Mar 21, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights acknowledged by Edith E.Report was printed.Inspection conducted at the Mobile Food Office.Approved to renew.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: Fernando Olmos

2023

Dec 12, 2023Routineall 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 ralphs 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: 62,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Pablo G.,Water Sample: N

#57 — MCEHC Mobile Food RequirementsCounty code (MCEHC)

~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 cooked rice at 87*F. Also observed raw eggs, cut sausage, hot links, chorizo, sliced turkey, sliced cheese, sliced ham, shredded cheese, burritos, raw bacon, chicken, raw beef, and cream cheese at 41*F. Excessive steps such as carry over and cooling shall not occur on the mobile food unit. Food items embargoed at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Oct 26, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation and 0 Core Violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Manny Ortiz

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: 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. Flat of raw shelled eggs were stored over ready to eat lunch meats. Store raw animal products on the bottom rack. Eggs were moved to the bottom rack by PIC to correct. 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.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →