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The Hook Coffee Co.

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4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 2 · Permit MF-23-1066

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 18, 2026.

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202420252026Apr 2, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 25, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 6, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 2, 2025 — Routine — score 90 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Jul 8, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 30, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 17, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 25, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Jun 25, 2026Re-Inspection1 coreall corrected on siteA°
#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed PIC use a stirring spoon to mix TCS drink, then place back on the countertop. PIC explains the spoons get washed once every 24 hours. Informed PIC In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed operator serving cold brew. PIC explained cold brew house made on the unit and is seeped overnight for 24-48 hours. Informed PIC prepping and cold holding is no permitted over night without oversite. All TCS foods must be stored at commissary or brought onto the unit for the day of service. PIC will make cold brew at commissary 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.

Jun 17, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed PIC use a stirring spoon to mix TCS drink, then place back on the countertop. PIC explains the spoons get washed once every 24 hours. Informed PIC In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsCore4-204.119

Inspector's notes

Observed 3 compartment sink covered with metal tray and no ware-washing agreement. PIC explained it was covered to create counter space and that dishes were washed at his home. Informed PIC no cleaning of cooking for his business is permitted to be done in his home and that ware-washing is required. PIC will get new agreement including ware washing and food prep permissions. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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4-204.119 - Core: Warewashing Sinks and Drainboards, Self-Draining

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

Inspector's notes

Observed operator serving cold brew. PIC explained cold brew house made on the unit and is seeped overnight for 24-48 hours. Informed PIC prepping and cold holding is no permitted over night without oversite. All TCS foods must be stored at commissary or brought onto the unit for the day of service. PIC will make cold brew at commissary 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.

Apr 30, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

2025

Jul 8, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verified corrections of violations #36 and #48 via email.

Jul 2, 2025Routine2 foundationB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with PIC: provided vomit and diarrhea clean up procedures

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no probing thermometer on site at the time of inspection. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 7/14/25.

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4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Observed no test strips on site for quat sanitizer. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 7/24/25.

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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.

May 6, 2025RoutinecleanA°

2025 AttestationPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Oct 25, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Apr 2, 2024RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection conducted at the MFO.Inspection rights signed by Karl S.Inspection report printed and handed to the operator and emailed to verified emailNo violations noted at time of inspection.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) 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: Not Participating,Signer: Karl S.

Mar 18, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

This inspection report has been emailed automatically to notify you your plans have been reviewed. You will receive a stipulation letter via email or mail regarding the specifics of your plan(s). Please allow a few days to receive your stipulation letter if you selected mail on your application as a primary means of receiving correspondence. This emailed report is provided as a courtesy and no reply is required. For further instructions please refer to the stipulation letter.

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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 →