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Sweet Magnolia Smokehouse

A°

4929 E Chandler Blvd, Phoenix 85048

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-22-0063

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

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 25, 2023 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 2, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 30, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 22, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 4, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 15, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 19, 2025 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Nov 19, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 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 history11 on record

2026

May 12, 2026RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Facility inspection conducted at fixed establishment/commissary.

2025

Nov 19, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.

Apr 19, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°

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

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Hand washing sink blocked by screen door and bottles of water. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Hand washing sink must remain easily accessible at all operational times.

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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.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Screens open, torn and missing. Screen door propped open. Please repair/replace all screens to prevent pest entry.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#45 — Single-Use/Single-Service Articles; Properly Stored, UsedCore4-903.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. To-go containers stored directly on the floor. PIC moved containers to proper storage, at least 6" above the floor.

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4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items

Feb 15, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Feb 15, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressurePriority foundation5-103.11

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection no water was available at either hand sink or three compartment sink. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Per PIC the fuse was replaced. Situation resolved. ===The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food establishment. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability

2024

Dec 4, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Not operating today, facilities inspection.

Aug 22, 2024RoutinecleanA°

Not operating today, facilities inspection.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Ensure that water tank is cleaned out every 7 days.

Apr 30, 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.Did inspection at 50th street and Chandler Blvd in Phoenix at their commissary.**Talked to manager about water inlet sizing. Confirmed email with manager.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-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Derry H.

Mar 16, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Establishment closed during posted business hours from food truck app.

2023

Oct 2, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Attached commissary agreement to file.Permit has been paid and ready to go.Confirmed email with manager.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: D. Hammond

Sep 25, 2023Routine1 priorityB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Renewal inspection occurred at 50th/Chandler blvd in Phoenix.Mobile Food Type II and III units shall operate from a commissary or other fixed food service establishment and shall report at least daily to such location for all supplies and for cleaning and service operations.Facility is not ready to renew license.Obtain by next inspection:1- all fridges should be 41F or less.2- commissary agreement for commissary used at the nearby restaurant for the file.**Talked to manager about cleanability of flooring, water inlet sizing, and light shielding and usage in vehicle. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed email with manager.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-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Derry Hammond

#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 min/max thermometer is only cold holding fridge prep was at 68F. Ensure that picture is taken of fridge at 41F or less for reinspection. No TCS foods in fridge presently. Facility is not operating currently. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

This address holds 2 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 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →