Ralph's Snack Bar

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Apr 22, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

Aug 7, 2025Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed raw chorizo (65°F), shredded cheese (65°F), cut tomato (64°F), cooked potato fries, (63°F), raw eggs (60°F), and sliced deli ham (74°F) all holding above 41°F, and cooked beans in fridge cooling from hot at 100°F. All TCS foods improperly cold held were embargoed by PIC 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. Fridge was holding at 65°F at start of inspection, but prior to service had cooled down after removal of food to 41°F. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Sanitizer in use on unit was identified at a scented laundry bleach with whitening and softening additives. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. PIC was instructed to use alternate kitchen safe sanitizer available at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

Jun 5, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

At the time of inspection containers of Pico de Gallo, sour cream, hashbrowns, sliced ham, and cooked chicken were holding cold at 52*F to 63*F in the refrigerator. All, items were place in the refrigerator in the morning for use greater than 2 hours earlier. The person in charge voluntarily discarded the items. Ensure all food is held cold at 41*F or below at all times. 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

At the time of inspection, the refrigerator was holding cold at 55*F with numerous food items not at proper cold holding temperature. The mechanic serviced the refrigerator, and it returned to proper cold holding temperature. Ensure the refrigerator functions properly at all times so food tis maintained at proper cold holding temperature. 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.

2024

Dec 3, 2024RoutinecleanA°

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

Oct 15, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Oct 10, 2024Routine1 coreA°

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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed small leak in plumbing under handwash station. All plumbing shall be maintained and in good repair. Please correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Feb 29, 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 conducted at Ralph's 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: 0,Food Handler Cards: 0,Number of Employees: 1,Number of Samples: 0,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Carlos G.,Water Sample: N

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers Observed container of blue liquid stored underneath handwash station. When asked what the contents of the container were, the person in charge stated it was window cleaning solution. Containers of poisonous or toxic materials and personal care items shall bear a legible manufacturer's label. Person in charge labeled container with common name at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Oct 26, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights acknowledged by Andres F,Report was emailed and operator contacted to verify delivery.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: A,Embargo Lbs: 39,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Andres Flores

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-202.16

Core-4-202.16, C: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces >>>Observed the windows of the Mobile Food Unit covered with cardboard. Advised operator that all non-food contact surfaces must be smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. Correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#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 time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods stored in the refrigerator at time of inspection. Advised operator they must not carry-over foods to the next day as all food prepared and put onto the truck must be for immediate service. Operator voluntarily discarded items listed in the embargo form. Corrected at time of inspection. :

Oct 24, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection conducted at Mobile Food Office.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Permit cleared for renewal.Inspection rights reviewed with Alberto Gonzalez.Inspection report printed and handed to Alberto Gonzalez.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) 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Printed In Spanish: N,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Alberto Gonzalez

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained===== Observed dripping leak in plumbing below hand sink. Notified PIC. (Person in charge). PIC notified inspector he shall repair leak 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 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →

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Inspection history10 on record

2026

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This address holds 54 food permits

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