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Ralph's Snack Bar

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4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-15-0236

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.

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 27, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 28, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 21, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 15, 2024 — Routine — score 88 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)May 15, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 19, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 11, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 14, 2026 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Jun 10, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 12, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

Jun 12, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

Jun 10, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

May 14, 2026Routine1 foundation2 coreB°

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 79*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.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed an accumulation of grease above the ventilation system and underneath the fryer. 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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed five sets of glass bulbs missing the protective shielding. Please provide protective shielding 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

Dec 11, 2025Routine1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed glass bulbs above the reach-in prep table with no protective shielding. 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

Nov 19, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 15, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Renewal AttestationNo County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Oct 15, 2024Routine2 foundation2 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

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

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

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection observed two serving spoons with food debris stored with the clean utensils. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Employee placed the two serving spoons in the 3-comparmtnet sink to be rewashed, rinsed and sanitized. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection observed the single mechanical refrigerator with an ambient temperature of 76.6*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. The mobile food unit was taken to the mechanic onsite and the cold holding equipment was repaired to have an ambient temperature of 40.1*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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed one light shield missing above the flat top grill and another light shield missing above the 3-compartment sink. Please provide 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

Jul 25, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
May 21, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights acknowledged by Fernando O.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

Mar 28, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights acknowledged by Isidoro L.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: Isidoro Libraros

2023

Dec 7, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Talked to the operator and he indicated that this unit is currently not in operation. Months have been reduced at this time.

Oct 27, 2023RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No violations at time of inspection.Inspection was conducted at Ralphs Commissary.Inspection rights were acknowledged by Raul P.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,Signer: Raul P

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.

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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 →