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Down By The Bayou Bistro

B°

4535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85043

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF2404065

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

We last checked the county record 8 days ago (Sep 16, 2026). Any inspection since then would not appear here yet.

92
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202420252026Jul 9, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 20, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 23, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 7, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 21, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 23, 2026 — Routine — score 83 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)May 16, 2026 — Routine — score 82 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)82
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

May 16, 2026Routine1 priority3 coreB°

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Ranch dressing and mayo labeled "refrigerate after opening" and opened the previous day, per manager, at 68*F and 69*F internally for unknown time. Embargoed, manager discarded.

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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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Containers of spices and flour stored directly on the floor. MAnager moved items to proper storage.

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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Predefined Comment: Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises.

#44 — Utensils, Equipment and Linens; Properly Stored, Dried, HandledCore4-904.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Forks available for consumer self-service stored with handles in mixed directions. Manager changed forks to be handles-up, to protect them from contamination.

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4-904.11 - Core: Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination; Utensils, Equipment and Linens

#46 — Gloves Used ProperlyCounty code (MCEHC)MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 2, Reg. 5a

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Latex gloves in use for food handling. Manager provided latex-free gloves.

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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 2, Reg. 5a - Latex gloves may not be used in direct contact with food. Predefined Comment: Latex gloves are not approved for food handling.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Accumulation of food debris on and inside cold table and reach-in, in and around 3 comp sink.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. No commissary log available.

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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.

Apr 23, 2026Routine1 priority2 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cold holding.

#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

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed chef batter raw fish, discard their glove, then continue to work on the line with ready to eat food. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed build-up occurring inside cold holding units and on the floor. 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

Feb 21, 2026Routine1 coreA°

Inspected at SE2600122, Family DayPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed several items on the unit that are not needed for the operation of the maintenance of the establishment. Discusses with operator to remove unnecessary items that are not for operation of the unit. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter

2025

May 7, 2025Routine1 coreA

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

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation Observed excessive grease buildup and food debris on floors, cooking equipment, and under the floor mat. Per the operator, cleaning is done once a week. Discussed increased cleaning frequency to prevent buildup. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: 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.

Feb 23, 2025Routine1 coreA

Inspected at Se2500172, 3rd Annual Vendors Extravaganza event.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed the floor inside the mobile unit with excessive grease buildup unit the cooking equipment, and also food debris under the floor mat. Per the operator, they clean 0nce or twice a week depending on their schedule. Discussed cleaning frequently to prevent buildup and maintained. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

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

Inspector's notes

Observed drink in a large container outside of the unit for sale. Discussed with operator that all food shall be maintained inside the unit to prevent excessive steps where food may become contaminated. Operator corrected by putting drink inside the unit.

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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.

Jan 20, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed examples of when to wash hands, glove use and glove use limitations.

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

Inspector's notes

Mobile food truck needs cleaned inside, and advised operator to ensure there is no water pooling by the handwashing sink area. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: 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.

2024

Nov 16, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jul 9, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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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 →