DeeLites Backyard Bayou
A24810 S Rittenhouse Rd, Queen Creek 85142
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-22-0738
Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.
Score based on 11 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.
Score over time
Inspection history15 on record
2026
Apr 25, 2026RoutinecleanA
Inspected at Hazel Avenue Market SE2600385Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Feb 11, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.
2025
Dec 16, 2025RoutinecleanA°
Renewal AttestationNo County legal action will result from this inspection.
Oct 29, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.***Of note: PIC ordered new food probing thermometer and chlorine test strips for truck at the time of inspection.
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
Inspector's notes
-- Commissary log sheet not available for review. Reviewed MCESD requirements with PIC: MF truck shall report at least daily to commissary location for supplies, food storage, vehicle and equipment cleaning, waste disposal, and service operations. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5b - Mobile food establishments shall operate from an approved commissary or other food service establishment as required by this Department, and shall report at least daily to such location for supplies, food storage, vehicle and equipment cleaning, waste disposal, and service operations.
Apr 12, 2025Routine1 priority2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
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
Inspector's notes
Observed raw catfish with an internal temperature of 57*F and raw shrimp with an internal temperature of 66*F under no temperature control. Per person in charge the food items were removed from refrigeration an hour prior to 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. Person in charge placed the catfish and shrimp into the refrigerator at time of inspection. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed an accumulation of grease and dust buildup along the vent system above the flat top grill. The ventilation hood system shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of grease and dust residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-301.14 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy
Jan 18, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
PIC verified that they did not have a Food Protection Manager Certification and had not been told about it prior. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Discussed importance of certification and provided resources to complete the certification at time of inspection. 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
Inspector's notes
Operator verified they worked multiple times a week but only reported to the commissary, once every month. Explained to operator the importance of reporting to wastewater every day of operation. Provided commissary log sheet at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5b - Mobile food establishments shall operate from an approved commissary or other food service establishment as required by this Department, and shall report at least daily to such location for supplies, food storage, vehicle and equipment cleaning, waste disposal, and service operations.
2024
Oct 26, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspected mobile unit at SE2400295.No violations observed at the time of inspection.
May 18, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email. Notes: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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Dwight Lewis
Apr 13, 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 Dwight L.Report was emailed to verified email address.No violations noted at time of inspection.Inspection conducted at Peoria FoodstockOn 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,Email Sent: CHECKED,Signer: Dwight L.
Jan 5, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
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2023
Nov 4, 2023Routine1 coreA
Inspected at SPE-23-0659 - Grand Ave FestThis 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 report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsiteOn 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: A,Signer: Dwight Lewis
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions----During inspection observed build up of grease debris throughout the floors of the mobile food unit. Person in charge stated the specified area would be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain physical facility clean at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Oct 3, 2023RoutinecleanA
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 Dwight L.Report was emailed and operator contacted to verify delivery.Inspection conducted at 1621 S. Starling Dr, Gilbert, AZ.Approved to renew once an updated commissary agreement is provided.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: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Dwight Lewis
Oct 2, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Operator did not bring their generator for the facilities inspection for their permit renewal. Rescheduled for 10/3 at 9:30am.
Jul 25, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Spoke to operator over the phone and updated months, times, and location of operation. Inspection scheduled for 8/2/2023 at 1:00pm.
Jul 24, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Reviewed permit for needed information and inspection status. Emailed operator to schedule an inspection and update operating information.
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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 →