Inspection Report

Business Name
Neveria El Picachu
Business Address
2719 W MCDOWELL RD PHOENIX AZ 85009
Permit Number
FD-04940
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
5/18/2026
Grade
B
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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. Addl Notes: Observed no paper towels in dispenser at hand sink. Discussed with operator ensure paper towels are kept stocked in dispenser during hours of operation and ensure soap is stored in a designated dispenser at hand sink. Operator shall provide a designated soap dispenser at hand sinks. Observed empty soap dispenser in women's restrooms ensure to provide soap during hours of operation. Operator proceeded to provide soap and paper towels at all hand sinks at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Violation #: 38

Repeat Violation

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected Addl Notes: 2nd consecutive violation: Observed missing seal at rear warehouse door leading to the outside. Ensure to seal any gaps to prevent vermin entry into facility. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 47

Repeat Violation

Description: Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and Used

Comments:

4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Addl Notes: 3rd consecutive violation: Observed condensation leak and excessive ice built up at walk-in freezer unit. Discussed with operator to repair unit to prevent condensation leaks and ensure remove any ice built up in tray. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 55

Repeat Violation

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Addl Notes: 3rd consecutive violation: Observed excessive amount of old equipment (tables/hand sinks/tools) that are no longer in use at rear warehouse areas. Ensure to remove any unnecessary items and keep food storage areas cleaned and sanitized. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Comments/Details


Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Discussed with operator to ensure any refrigeration or equipment used for food service is stored in designated food areas of facility and not in garage areas of establishment where old vehicle is located. Keep personal tools or miscellaneous items in designated garage area.

Contacted owner at time of inspection and he agreed to have items listed on this report repaired by July 2026.

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.