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2121 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85009

Mobile Food Annual · Permit MF-23-1027

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

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.

97
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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100060202320242025Nov 16, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 23, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 25, 2024 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Nov 26, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Dec 10, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 14, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 30, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Oct 29, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)95
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2025

Oct 29, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Inspected at commissary.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Ambient air temperature of establishment's only refrigerator was measured at 50F while unit was holding time-and-temperature control for safety (TCS) food. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Technician repaired unit during inspection to correct. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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Repeat Violation 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Establishment was observed carrying over TCS foods (eggs, cheese, pork sausage, etc) for next-day service in a unit that was not holding cold. TCS foods may not be carried over for next-day service. TCS foods were embargoed at the fridge was repaired. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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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.

Sep 30, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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 61*F. Cold holding equipment shall be maintained at 40*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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed the following items being carried over in the reach in unit at time of inspection: eggs, raw bacon, hotdogs, cheese, chicken and sausage. Food preparation shall be simplified to reduce excessive steps where food may become contaminated. Food items were embargoed. Corrective Action: Corrected 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.

Aug 14, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Facility inspection; unit not in operation at time of inspection. Discussed/reviewed, ensuring that the Business name is fully visible during operating hours.

2024

Dec 10, 2024Routine2 coreA°

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed one overhead protective screen missing from mobile unit. 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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed small leak at faucet of three-compartment sink. 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

Nov 26, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundation2 coreB°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Provide Food Protection Manager Certification.

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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 foundation5-202.12

Inspector's notes

No hot water available at time of inspection at hand wash station. Ensure to provide 100*F minimum hot water at hand wash station. Operator proceeded to troubleshoot hot water. No hot water was available at time of inspection, a re-inspection will be conducted within 24hours of today on 11/26/24.

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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore4-901.12

Inspector's notes

Observed dirty wipe cloth used as liner for racks inside refrigeration unit. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize wipes after each use. Operator proceeded to remove wipe cloth for proper cleaning. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-901.12 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location

#57 — MCEHC Mobile Food RequirementsCounty code (MCEHC)MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 7c, 8e, 9f

Inspector's notes

Ensure to provide Mobile Food Facility name in at least 3" on both sides and rear of mobile. MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 6b, 8c, 9b, 10c, 11b - All time/temperature control for safety foods shall be prepared on the same day of sale or service. Time/temperature control for safety foods shall not be held over from a previous day's operation unless otherwise approved by the Department. Addl Notes: Per operator, the following food items found stored under refrigeration are used for carry over from previous day. All TCS foods shall not be held over from previous day, operator was instructed to voluntarily discard food items at time of inspection: -4-Meat tamales -cheese-1lb -cooked beans -1lb -cooked rice-1lb -cooked chicken-1lb

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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 7c, 8e, 9f - The name of the establishment shall be plainly indicated on sides and rear of the exterior of the vehicle in letters of contrasting colors at least three inches high with a minimum of 3/8 inch wide. When more than one permit is issued with the same business name to the same permittee, the vehicle number shall also be plainly indicated with the business name.

Nov 25, 2024Routine1 foundation2 coreB°

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Provide Food Protection Manager Certification.

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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 foundation5-202.12

Inspector's notes

No hot water available at time of inspection at hand wash station. Ensure to provide 100*F minimum hot water at hand wash station. Operator proceeded to troubleshoot hot water. No hot water was available at time of inspection, a re-inspection will be conducted within 24hours of today on 11/26/24.

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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore4-901.12

Inspector's notes

Observed dirty wipe cloth used as liner for racks inside refrigeration unit. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize wipes after each use. Operator proceeded to remove wipe cloth for proper cleaning. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-901.12 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location

#57 — MCEHC Mobile Food RequirementsCounty code (MCEHC)MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 7c, 8e, 9f

Inspector's notes

Ensure to provide Mobile Food Facility name in at least 3" on both sides and rear of mobile. MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 6b, 8c, 9b, 10c, 11b - All time/temperature control for safety foods shall be prepared on the same day of sale or service. Time/temperature control for safety foods shall not be held over from a previous day's operation unless otherwise approved by the Department. Addl Notes: Per operator, the following food items found stored under refrigeration are used for carry over from previous day. All TCS foods shall not be held over from previous day, operator was instructed to voluntarily discard food items at time of inspection: -4-Meat tamales -cheese-1lb -cooked beans -1lb -cooked rice-1lb -cooked chicken-1lb

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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 7c, 8e, 9f - The name of the establishment shall be plainly indicated on sides and rear of the exterior of the vehicle in letters of contrasting colors at least three inches high with a minimum of 3/8 inch wide. When more than one permit is issued with the same business name to the same permittee, the vehicle number shall also be plainly indicated with the business name.

Nov 22, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Nov 22, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Nov 19, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Sep 23, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2023

Nov 16, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation on this inspection.Inspection conducted at Mobile Food Office. Inspection report printed and provided at time of inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon inspection, all items on previous construction report have been corrected. Okay to permit. This establishment has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the issuance of this permit and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the permit fee to the Department’s Business Services Office. Per Chapter I, Regulation 4, of the Maricopa County Environmental Health Code, no person shall conduct an operation or an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit card can be by phone at 602-506-6824 Option 2. Payment can always be made in person at any regional office. We accept check, money order, credit/debit. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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: A,Signer: Pieanomo Graz

Nov 16, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Inspection conducted at Mobile Food Office. Inspection report printed and provided at time of inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Please correct the following prior to approval of the permit:1) No commissary provided. Please provide commissary agreement. 2) No signage on rear of mobile unit. Please add signage on mobile unit. Notice of inspection rights acknowledged by Pieianoro G.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →