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Ralph's Snack Bar

B°

4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-17-0074

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

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

95
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Oct 27, 2023 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Feb 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 15, 2024 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Dec 3, 2024 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Mar 10, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 23, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Oct 28, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 8, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 14, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 5, 2026 — Routine — score 89 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)89
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

Aug 5, 2026Routine2 foundation1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a damaged screen on the window directly above the hand sink. Please repair screen prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

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

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection, observed no hand soap located at the single hand wash station. 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. Hand soap was provided during the inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

#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 63*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.

May 14, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

Apr 8, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

2025

Oct 28, 2025Routine1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM is required to be onsite during all hours of operation. 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

Sep 23, 2025Routine1 foundation1 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 58*F. The mobile unit was taken to the mechanic shop on site. The reach in was corrected to reach an ambient temperature of 39*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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed one missing light shield above the service window. 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

Mar 10, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

2024

Dec 3, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed shredded cheese, cotija cheese, hamburger patties, cooked steak, cooked beans, sliced cheese, sliced ham, raw bacon, cooked chorizo, burritos, raw hot dogs, raw chorizo, and raw eggs stored in sole reach-in refrigeration unit with temperatures ranging from 44*F to 60*F. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food to be maintained at 41°F or less. It is unknow how long food items have been in refrigeration unit. Food items embargoed 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 sole reach-in refrigeration unit with an ambient temperature of 61.8F. Also observed shredded cheese, cotija cheese, hamburger patties, cooked steak, cooked beans, sliced cheese, sliced ham, raw bacon, cooked chorizo, burritos, raw hot dogs, raw chorizo, and raw eggs stored in sole reach-in refrigeration unit with temperatures ranging from 44*F to 60*F. Insufficient refrigeration. Establishment must provide sufficient refrigeration to cold hold TCS food items at 41&F or below. Mobile food unit was taken to onsite mechanic at time of inspection and obtained an ambient temperature of 27.5*F.

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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.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed one overhead screen in disrepair. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: o Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; o Closed, tight-fitting windows; and o Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Please correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

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

Inspector's notes

Observed one overhead light fixture in mobile food unit 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. 6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding Addl Notes: Observed three overhead light fixtures in mobile food unit without protective shields. Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Please correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

#57 — MCEHC Mobile Food RequirementsCounty code (MCEHC)MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 6d, 9d, 10e, 11d

Inspector's notes

Observed shredded cheese, cotija cheese, hamburger patties, cooked steak, cooked beans, sliced cheese, sliced ham, raw bacon, cooked chorizo, burritos, raw hot dogs, raw chorizo, and raw eggs stored in sole reach-in refrigeration unit with temperatures ranging from 44*F to 60*F. It is unknown how long food items had been in refrigeration unit. Excessive cooking steps such as carry over shall not occur on the mobile food unit. Food items embargoed 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.

Oct 15, 2024Routine1 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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

At the time of the inspection there were dish sponges and dish soap stored 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. Employee removed the dish sponges and dish soap from the handwashing sink. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed two light shields missing above the flat top grill. Please provide 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

Feb 16, 2024RoutinecleanA°

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 MFO.Report printed and given to operator at time of inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerOn 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: Y,Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Handler Cards: 0,Number of Employees: 1,Number of Samples: 0,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Manuela L.,Water Sample: N

Jan 6, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Operating all year in Maricopa County.

2023

Dec 7, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Talked to the operator and he indicated that the mobile food establishment is not in operation. Months of operation have been reduce to reflect months of operation.

Oct 27, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

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 Manuela L.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.PageAward: Not Participating,Signer: Manuela Lopez

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

Priority Foundation-7-202.12 (C), Pf: Conditions of Use; Pesticides by certified applicator >>>Observed one can of Raid spray and one can of Orthene in one of the storage compartments under the 3-compartment sink. Per owner the pesticide is used to spray the exterior of the unit. Because of the toxicity of restricted use pesticides, they can only be applied by certified operator. Corrected at time of inspection Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers >>>Observed a jug of an unknown chemical under the 3-compartment sink. Per owner the chemical is a powdered hand soap. The owner labeled the container at time of inspection. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected >>>Observed the screen on the ceiling above the 3-compartment sink of the unit with a tear. Discussed with PIC (person in charge) that all outer openings shall be protected against the entry of pests. Correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →