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Molo's

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424 E Monroe Ave, Buckeye 85326

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-21-1002

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 24, 2026.

98
Excellent

Buckeye restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

100060202420252026Feb 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 5, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)May 14, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 2, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 18, 2025 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Apr 5, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 12, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 17, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 21, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 10, 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 history15 on record

2026

Apr 10, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

Mar 28, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Mar 14, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Feb 21, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 17, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection, observed an accumulation of grease on the floors underneath the flat top area. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

#57 — MCEHC Mobile Food RequirementsCounty code (MCEHC)MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5e

Inspector's notes

Operator could not provide a commissary visit log at time of inspection. Advised operator a commissary visit log shall be recorded, kept on the Mobile Food Trailer, and made available upon request. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5e - Mobile food establishments serving time/temperature control for safety foods shall maintain a log of visits to the approved commissary or food service establishment as required by this Department. This log shall be maintained using a Department approved format and maintained with the establishment at all times. The logs shall be maintained for a period of 30 days and should be available for review by the Department.

2025

Apr 12, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Inspector's notes

-- Multiple cutting boards observed with heavy scoring. Scratched or scored cutting surfaces must be maintained in good repair and easily cleanable. Resurface or replace cutting boards prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces

Apr 5, 2025Routine1 foundationB°

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

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

Inspector's notes

Hand wash sink was completely blocked with items stored in the basin and piling up. Always keep the hand wash station free of clutter and functional during food prep. All the items were relocated to correct the violation.

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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.

Jan 18, 2025Routine1 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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed a spray bottle in the chemical storage area with a yellow liquid. Per operator the liquid in the spray bottle is Awesome. 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. Operator labeled the spray bottle at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

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

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection observed a heavy accumulation of food debris inside the standing fridge. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Please correct prior to next routine inspection. 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

2024

Nov 2, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Inspected at SPE2400101No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed several knives stored between the wall and the back of the prep table near the hot grill. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location and not between walls or equipment. Knives were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

May 14, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.A copy of the inspection report was emailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Jonathan Moreno

May 13, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Operator texted inspector 5/10 that refrigeration has been repaired. Inspector followed up by text 5/13. Operator agreed to re-inspection 05/14/24 at 9:00 am at Fry's 1300 S. Watson Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326.

May 6, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Operator texted inspector that food truck cannot be serviced until 05/10. Operator also indicated the food truck will not be serving food until 05/18 at Arizona Cycle Park Buckeye Drags in Buckeye. Re-inspection on 05/10/24.

May 5, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

Observed at SPE-24-0283.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.A copy of the 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 change request form at the below website:https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Mariacrystal Moreno

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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.>>>Observed the following time/temperature controlled for safety food in the unit's only cold holding unit with internal temperatures between 52*F -57*F: shredded cheese, salsa verde, salsa rojo, and salsa verde with avocado. The measured ambient temperature of the unit was 50.0*F. Person in charge indicated that they had left the commissary less than 2 hours before inspection and all time/temperature controlled for safety foods were were moved to ice chests and were packed in ice. The person in charge indicated they had access to more ice at the event for the duration of the event. Before the inspector left observed these foods with an internal temperature of 43*F. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if time/temperature control for safety food remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41*F to 135*F too long. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety foods MUST be maintained at 41°F or less OR 135*F or more. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or less. 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.>>>Observed the following time/temperature controlled for safety food in the unit's only cold holding unit with internal temperatures between 52*F -57*F: shredded cheese, salsa verde, salsa rojo, and salsa verde with avocado. The measured ambient temperature of the unit was 50.0*F. Person in charge indicated that they had left the commissary less than 2 hours before inspection and all time/temperature controlled for safety foods were were moved to ice chests and were packed in ice. The person in charge indicated they had access to more ice at the event for the duration of the event. Before the inspector left observed these foods with an internal temperature of 43*F. Cold holding units MUST maintain time/temperature controlled for safety food items at 41*F and below. Time/temperature controlled for safety foods CANNOT be stored in the refrigeration unit(s) stated above until the inspector verifies that the unit is working. Due to the unit being the sole refrigeration unit it must be repaired with 24 hrs. Failure to correct violation may result in permit suspension. Correct prior to re-inspection 05/06/24. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Mar 9, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Inspector spoke to PIC at Special Event Heritage Academy Car Show. A Routine Inspection was not conducted since establishment had already been inspected last month (less than 30 days prior to this event).

Feb 16, 2024RoutinecleanA

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 signed by Mariacrystal M.Report was emailed to verified email address.No violations noted at time of inspection.Inspection conducted at spe-23-0825On 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: A,Signer: Mariacrystal M.

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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 →