Rainbow Donuts
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
50
Score
Rainbow Donuts, located at 17224 E Shea Blvd Fountain in Fountain Hills, AZ, underwent a high-risk inspection on November 25, 2025. This inspection resulted in two critical, two major, and four minor violations. Historically, Rainbow Donuts has mostly received medium-risk ratings across its ten recorded inspections.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
50
Oct 28, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 5, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
74
Apr 15, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 7, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
74
Mar 19, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
74
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
74
Sep 3, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
64
Violations — Nov 25, 2025 Inspection
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager at the time of the inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed various toppings with no lid stored directly on top of each other at the time of the inspection. Provide lids to prevent contamination prior to the next routine inspection. Also observed several open bulk food ingredient bags/buckets. For food protection, maintain foods in closed packages/containers
3-302.11(A3-8)
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Raid Ant/Roach killer under a prep table and Spectracide bee and yellowjacket pesticide killer in the office at the time of the inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hash browns on a sheet tray out at ambient temperature at 68-71'F and chorizo in the reach-in cooler covered at 60'F at the time of the inspection. Person in charge stated they were made about 2 hours prior. 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
3-501.15(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed various open food items (dough and powdered sugar) stored directly on the floor at the time of the inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop stored directly on rack of reach-in freezer near ice bags at the time of the inspection. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. Ice scoop was placed into a container in the freeer at the time of inspection
3-304.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed mop sink basin filled with water and unable to drain at the time of the inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair clog and maintain a free-flowing basin prior to re-inspection (Wednesday, November 26th). 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed a leak when both hot/cold water are turned off to the front handwashing sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(A)
Private Homes and Living or Sleeping Quarters, Use Prohibition
Inspector notes: Observed a mattress, rug, pillows, fan and various personal items in the walk-in cooler (inoperable) at the time of the inspection. Living quarters are prohibited within a food establishment. Remove items prior to re-inspection (Wednesday, November 25th)
6-202.111
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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