Inspection Report

Business Name
Fata Morgana Mediterranean Cuisine

Business Address
7116 E MERCER LN SCOTTSDALE AZ 85254

Permit Number
FD-85242

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
10/31/2023

Grade
Not Participating

Priority Violation
1

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 28

Description: Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly Stored

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11, P: Separation-Storage>>> Observed a bag of semolina flour stored among bottles of soap in the back storage area. Food was moved to the far right, spoke with Owner about better organization systems.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 33

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

Comments:

Priority Foundation-3-501.15 (A), Pf: Cooling Methods. 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.>>> Observed cooked pureed garbanzo beans in pans that were more than 4 inches deep and covered with plastic wrap in the walk in cooler with an internal temperature of 130-135*F within cooling time frames. Employee transferred the food into two long shallow pans and placed in the freezer to rapidly chill to 41*F. When hot food goes into the walk in cooler, always use shallow pans, leave uncovered, utilize the freezer and once the product reaches 41*F in 6 hours or less than you can cover.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 39

Repeat Violation

Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display

Comments:

Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises>>>Observed in the walk in cooler boxes of food, buckets of food stored on the floor, in the walk in freezer observed boxes of raw animal proteins also stored on the floor, and in the janitorial closet there were boxes of canned/ bottled beverages stored on the floor. Discussed with Owner about organizational skills for permanent solutions. This is a repeat violation please start to work on better ways to organizer and maximize space for all product.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Violation #: 54

Repeat Violation

Description: Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities Maintained

Comments:

Core-5-502.11, C: Frequency-Removal>>>Observed trash, old cardboard boxes and grease on the floor outside by the shared dumpster area. Please work with the neighboring businesses to keep this shared space clean. This is a repeat violation.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Violation #: 55

Repeat Violation

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions>>>Observed spilled liquid from food in the walk in cooler under the prepared shelf, another reason why having all food stored 6 inches from the floor will allow for better cleaning of the floors. This is a repeat violation.

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability>>>Observed in the back prep area a plastic like film on the walls that was not smooth and had been painted over a little bit. Please remove replace the film, remove the film and or paint with a high gloss paint so walls are smooth, non absorbent and easily cleanable.

Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter>>>Observed a broken freezer chest out back, please remove any equipment or item that no longer works or serves a purpose to the restaurant business. Spoke to owner about looking into City of Scottsdale bulk trash pick up, or locations for them to personally take these types of items.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Comments/Details

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
Establishment is currently on a stipulation agreement with MCESD. At time of inspection, facility found to be in compliance with agreement.
Inspection report emailed.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. 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)
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-Request-Form-181.

Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Bar Timi

"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.
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.