Inspection Report
Sonora Mexican Food
4333 W THOMAS RD PHOENIX AZ 85031
FD-32838
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Food Routine Inspection
9/27/2023
Not Participating
2
Completed
Violations
Violation #: 16
Description: Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and Sanitized
Comments:
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.
>>Observed household bleach being used as sanitizer for 3 comp sink Chlorine test strips were not reading 50 PPM. Establishment shall use a sanitizer that is food equipment safe and proper for sanitation. Staff states that they will get the correct chlorine sanitizer today. Inspector will return within 24 hours to verify.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Violation #: 23
Description: Proper Date Marking and Disposition
Comments:
Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
>>Observed walk-in refrigerator 2 containers of pozole broth dated 9/18 and a container of pozole meat with date mark 9/18. Both items were past 7 day discard date. PIC discarded items and will ensure that all TCS foods are discarded or used within 7 days.
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Violation #: 25
Description: Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked Food
Comments:
Priority Foundation-3-603.11, Pf: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
>>Observed menu board did not have an asterisk on the "cheeseburger/burger", "eggs cooked your way", and "huevos rancheros". Please ensure that these menu items have the asterisk on them as a precaution to the consumer that consuming these foods can possibly cause a foodborne illness.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Violation #: 28
Description: Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly Stored
Comments:
PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals
>>Observed a gallon of household bleach that is not approved for chlorine sanitizer of food equipment. Person in charge states that they will get the correct chlorine sanitizer today.
Priority Foundation-7-207.11 (A), Pf: Restriction and Storage-Medicines; Unnecessary medicines
>>Observed a bottle of vitamins above the food prep table. Discussed with staff that personal items should not be kept in the kitchen or food areas to avoid possible cross contamination. Staff removed the vitamins.
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Violation #: 38
Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present
Comments:
Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
>>Observed many live flies throughout the kitchen and lobby of the establishment. Person in charge states that pest control has been advised of the issue and has been coming in at least once a month. Establishment shall be free of flies in order to eliminate any possible contamination. Inspector will return within 10 days to see if the flies have been eliminated.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Violation #: 39
Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display
Comments:
Core-3-307.11, C: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
>>observed foam cups and food container on the floor of the lobby. Please ensure that all food containers/cups are stored at least 6 inches off the ground to avoid any possible contamination.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Violation #: 54
Description: Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities Maintained
Comments:
Core-5-501.115, C: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures
>>Observed excess amount of cardboard boxes and refuse at the trash dumpster, also dumpster lid was open. Observed unused food equipment on patio. Person in charge states that trash is picked up on Thursdays. Please ensure that the establishment is free and clear of litter and refuse to avoid possible pests and rodents.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Comments/Details
Inspected with R.S. #1119
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received.
The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and 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) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.
Award: Not Participating,Email Sent: CHECKED,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Request Notes: Hold for Review,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: RA,Signer: Claudia Padilla
"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.