Inspection Report
MACAYO'S MEXICAN FOOD
15565 W BELL RD SURPRISE AZ 85374
FD-24-02369
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Food Routine Inspection
7/6/2026
Not Participating
1
Re-inspection required
Violations
Violation #: 22
Description: Proper Cold Holding Temperatures
Comments:
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.
Addl Notes: TCS foods (i.e. - cooked rice, chicken meat, cooked ground beef, raw chicken, salsa, shredded lettuce, milk, buttermilk, cheeses, pico de gallo, cut tomatoes, etc...) found in walk-in cooler found at internal temperatures of 46*F-48*F. Ambient air temperature of walk-in cooler at 54*F. Per PIC, food temperatures were not recently monitored. 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. After discussion with food worker, many TCS foods in unit were prepared earlier in the day. TCS foods (i.e. -raw animal foods, packaged foods) improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Foods prepared prior to 7/6/26 were embargoed (see embargo sheet). TCS foods improperly cold held not prepared by facility's commissary were discarded by PIC; red salsa and baja sauce containers were set aside by PIC to be discarded. Do not store TCS foods in unit until unit can maintain foods internally at 41*F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Violation #: 33
Description: Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature Control
Comments:
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. Addl Notes: Walk-in food cooler found at an ambient air temperature of 54*F. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. PIC had food employees move TCS foods to properly working walk-in beverage cooler at time of inspection. Per PIC, technician was contacted at time of inspection and is set to arrive later in the day.. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection date 7/8/2026.
Violation #: 49
Description: Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Clean
Comments:
4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Addl Notes: All surfaces of food walk-in cooler (i.e. - walls, floors, ceiling, fan grates, shelving) has buildup of residues; heavy ice buildup in refrigeration unit at bar. Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
Violation #: 51
Description: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
Comments:
5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Faucet handle showing signs of disrepair to handsink adjacent ware washing area. Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Violation #: 55
Repeat Violation
Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean
Comments:
6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Floors, walls, and ceiling surfaces of food preparation and ware washing areas have buildup of residues. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: **2nd Consecutive Violation** Flooring throughout the facility have cracked and/or damaged tiles. Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Comments/Details
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:
--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - handwashing signage; properly stocked)
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Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:
--New Owners Packet (English and Spanish)
--Legal Process
"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.
| Violation Category | Grade A | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade D | Grade D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | more than 2 | more than 3 |
| Priority Foundation | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | more than 3 | more than 0 |
Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.