Inspection Report
Ramiro's Mexican Food
1321 W US HIGHWAY 85 BUCKEYE AZ 85326
FD-73651
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Food Routine Inspection
7/10/2025
A
0
Completed
Violations
Violation #: 39
Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display
Comments:
3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Addl Notes: Observed accumulation of dirt, dust, and other debris on the condenser line of the walk-in refrigerator, located directly above an open container of cilantro used for pico de gallo. In addition, observed an accumulation of dirt and dust on the sides of the ice machine located directly above the ice scoop used for customers' drinks. The establishment shall clean the above areas to prevent any potential contamination of food from the premises. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Violation #: 55
Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean
Comments:
6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Addl Notes: Observed multiple sections of rubber cove base either missing or in disrepair including near the hand sink and inside the walk-in refrigerator. The establishment shall install or repair sections of rubber cove base to produce a smooth, easily cleanable surface at the floor/wall juncture. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed multiple sections of ceiling towards the back of the establishment with large holes in the drywall. Per manager, the establishment had a leak in the hot water line and multiple sections of the ceiling were opened to find the source of the leak. The establishment shall repair all holes in the ceiling to prevent the harborage of pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Comments/Details
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Per manager, the establishment is still working on remodeling the kitchen area including installing new ventilation hood, moving an existing ventilation hood, and installing/moving cooking equipment. Remodel application has already been submitted to plan review.
"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.