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2121 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85009

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-14-0547

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

Score based on 14 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

59
Poor

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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The county suspended this establishment's permit on Jul 31, 2026 — it was ordered to stop operating until the issue was resolved. Scores are held in the “Poor” band for 6 months after such events — until Jan 27, 2027, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works

Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 2, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 14, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 30, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 30, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 17, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Aug 19, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 27, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Oct 29, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Dec 3, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 10, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 20, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 31, 2026 — Routine — score 65 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 31, 2026 — Routine — score 65 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Aug 1, 2026 — Routine — score 70 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)70
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history17 on record

2026

Aug 1, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Aug 1, 2026Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°
#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed employee ware washing at 3 compartment sink with no sanitizer. Informed PIC that food-contact surfaces sanitized using chlorine sanitizer must be sanitized with a contact time of least 10 seconds and discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed sliced cheese, shredded cheese, raw beef, raw pork, raw bacon, and hod dogs cold holding at 48-54 degreed. Informed PIC that except during preparation, cooking, cooling 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.

Jul 31, 2026Routine2 priority1 foundationC°
#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed employee ware washing at 3 compartment sink with no sanitizer. Informed PIC that food-contact surfaces sanitized using chlorine sanitizer must be sanitized with a contact time of least 10 seconds and discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed sliced cheese, shredded cheese, raw beef, raw pork, raw bacon, and hod dogs cold holding at 48-54 degreed. Informed PIC that except during preparation, cooking, cooling 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed only refrigeration unit with an ambient temperature of 46 degrees. Informed PIC that 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: Correct prior to re-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.

Jul 31, 2026Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended1 priority
#6 — Inability to Maintain TCS Foods at Proper Temperatures (ISFD)Priority8-404.11

Inspector's notes

Observed only refrigeration unit with an ambient temperature of 50 degrees. Informed PIC that 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: Correct at once.

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8-404.11 - Priority: Ceasing Operations and Reporting.

Jul 31, 2026Routine2 priority1 foundationC°

Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed employee ware washing serving utensils at 3 compartment sink with no sanitizer. Informed PIC that food-contact surfaces sanitized using chlorine sanitizer must be sanitized with a contact time of least 10 seconds and discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. PIC rewashed and sanitized serving utensils at the time of inspection. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed sliced cheese, shredded cheese, raw beef, raw pork, raw bacon, and hod dogs cold holding at 48-54 degreed. Per PIC food was placed in refrigerator that morning, greater than 2 hours prior to inspection. Informed PIC that except during preparation, cooking, cooling 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed only refrigeration unit with an ambient temperature of 50 degrees and TCS foods not at proper cold holding temperature. Informed PIC that 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: Correct prior to re-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.

May 20, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Please note that the test strips provided on the unit expire at the end of May.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed naw steak being stored on the second shelf of refrigeration unit above precooked fries, cut peppers and cooked hotdogs. Informed PIC 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. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed fried tacos filled with meat, chimichangas and burritos in display case holding at 125-130 degrees. PIC explained they had been made 2 hours ago. Informed PIC except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. PIC turned the temperature up on the display case. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F 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.

Apr 10, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

2025

Dec 3, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Facilities Inspection at CommissaryNo County legal action will result from this inspection.

Oct 29, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#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 61.8*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 75*F. Cold holding equipment shall be maintained at 34*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.

Jun 27, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed packaged beef and shredded cheese temping at 65°F in cold holding unit. Person in charge (PIC) stated they turned off the cold holding unit when they arrived at the commissary at 12pm. All TCS foods improperly cold held voluntarily discarded at time of inspection. 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. 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.

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Observed no sanitizer test strips. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Person in charge (PIC) acquired test strips at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.

2024

Aug 19, 2024Routine2 coreA°

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

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed standing water inside the base of freezer underneath handwash station. Please have standing water cleaned out prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

Observed middle overhead light fixture with insufficient light intensity. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; • At least 215 lux (20 foot candles): o At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption, o Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; and o At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms; and • At least 540 lux (50 foot candles) at a surface where a food employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor. Please correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

Apr 17, 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.Inspection was conducted at MVS Commissary.Inspection rights were acknowledged by Maribel S.Inspection report was emailed.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-181Award: Not Participating,Signer: Maribel Soto

#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. o Observed the single reach in unit with an ambient temperature of 54.5*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 40.1*F. Cold holding equipment shall be maintained at 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Jan 30, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No leaks were identified. Onsite mechanics fixed the issue.Inspection conducted at MVS CommissaryInspection rights signed by Francisco M. Inspection report emailed to email on file.No violations noted at time of inspection.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[1]Form-181Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Francisco M.

Jan 30, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reinspection scheduled on 2-2-24Reinspection scheduled on 2-9-24 Inspection was conducted at the Mobile Food Office with RS #1519.Notice of inspection rights were signed by Karla Rios.Inspection report was emailed and printed at time of inspection. Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may 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-181At Office: Yes,Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1,Request Notes: Hold for review,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-CR,Signer: Karla Rios

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Priority Foundation-4-601.11(A), Pf: 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. >>>Observed grease buildup on the flat top grill with heavy accumulation in the corners. Clean at a frequency that prevents soiled accumulation of grease build up. Reinspection scheduled on 2-9-24 :

#52 — Sewage and Waste Water Properly DisposedPriority5-402.13

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13, P: Conveying Sewage >>> Observed the grey water leaking from the plumbing beneath the 3 compartment sink. Discussed with operator sewage shall be conveyed at all times. Mobile food unit was suspended at time of inspection. Reinspection scheduled one 2-2-24 Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Jan 30, 2024Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended1 priority

Maricopa County policy requires suspension of the operating permit of businesses with serious conditions constituting an imminentpublic health threat. Your permit is hereby suspended. If desired, you may request a hearing within 15 days. When violations arecorrected call this office for a reinspection to reinstate your operating permit. If violations are not corrected or if a hearing is notrequested within 25 days, your operating permit will be revoked.Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Report was printed and handed to operator.Suspension conducted at Mobile Food Office with RS 1519.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: Yes,Award: Not Participating,Request Notes: Hold for review,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-CR-Moved violation to IS guidesheet,Signer: Karla Rios

#11 — Gross Insanitary Conditions that may Endanger Public Health (ISFD)Priority5-402.13

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13, P: Conveying Sewage >>> Observed the grey water leaking from the plumbing beneath the 3 compartment sink. Discussed with operator sewage shall be conveyed at all times. Mobile food unit was suspended at time of inspection. Reinspection scheduled one 2-2-24 Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

2023

Dec 14, 2023RoutinecleanA

Inspected at MVS Commissary, 2121 W McDowell Rd Phoenix, AZ 85009. Establishment had refrigerator tech on site. After service was complete, cold holding unit holding an ambient temperature of 41*F using min/max thermometer.No violations noted during inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed.Award: A,Signer: Karla Rios

Nov 2, 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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Maria Rodriguez

This address holds 18 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 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →