Inspection Report

Business Name
Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West
Business Address
18626 N SPANISH GARDEN DR SUN CITY WEST AZ 85375
Permit Number
FD-44790
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
CI Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
4/7/2026
Grade
A
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 33

Description: Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature Control

Comments:

Observed spring mix, carrot salad, diced chicken, and cream-based salad dressings, double panned, on refrigerated salad bar in dining area with an internal temperature of 47-52*F. Person in charge stated foods were prepped within one hour of inspection and was actively cooling. Foods should be actively cooled in units designed to cool. Salad bar is designed for cold holding only. Person in charge had employee wheel foods into freezer to quick cool to 41*F and below before service.

3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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: Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means.

Violation #: 51

Description: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices

Comments:

Observed area drain near grease trap with standing water, exceeding 1.5 feet in diameter onto floor in dish room area. All drains and plumbing must maintain good repair and proper function. Person in charge had maintenance actively working on drain during inspection and was able to alleviate clog.

5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times.

Comments/Details


Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Discussed establshment procedures regarding: cleaning frequency of can opener, pest control limitations

"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.