Inspection Report

Business Name
Mercado Latino
Business Address
3102 W VAN BUREN ST PHOENIX AZ 85009
Permit Number
FD-05730
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Re-Inspection
Inspection Date
3/20/2024
Grade
R
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Re-Inspection Completed

Violations

Violation #: 38

Repeat Violation

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence:

Multiple adult (live and dead) German roaches observed near the ice machine and hot holding station. Reviewed most recent pest control visit notes from 03/15/2024, with notes of on going pest control treatments for German roaches. Technician's notes identify the dishwashing and common areas as the targeted areas for the pest control application.

Person in Charge identified several areas where clutter and debris had been reduced or removed prior to re-inspection.

Recommend the following to address the German roach activity:

1) Clean the exterior of the hot holding station and surrounding areas.

2) Clean the exterior of the ice machine and surrounding areas.

3) Clean any other areas where laden grease, dirt, and/or debris is present.

4) Remove any other unnecessary items or debris from establishment.

5) Be onsite during the next pest control visit and discuss additional recommendations with technician.

Will return for re-inspection in two weeks.

Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Comments/Details

Upon re-inspection, re-inspection violation had not been corrected. Additional re-inspection date tentatively set for Wednesday, April 3rd at 1pm. Owner will follow up with inspector once identified areas are clean and additional pest control visit is conducted to confirm date and time.

Emailed inspection report. During visit, previously documented violations for hot holding and Bare Hand Contact were also reviewed with Person in Charge.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.



Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Karem Hamid

"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.