Seattle Espresso
A°1840 E Warner Rd, Tempe 85284
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-01425
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Inspection history8 on record
2026
May 4, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed owner is in the process of remodeling front of house to have a proper handwashing sink and is going through plan review.
2025
Nov 26, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC 1) the facility has 1 handwash sink in the back of the facility in the bathroom behind a barrier and not a hand wash sink within sight of the three compartment sink. Discussed with PIC improper hand washing observed in future inspections may lead to violations and installing a hand wash sink and result in a remodel. 2) to follow up with inspector about Process Authority documentation on cream cheese danish with fruit in the center as it is held outside of refrigeration. 3) All chemical bottles shall be labeled with common name.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFPM prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 4th Consecutive Violation
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed a single use coffee cup used as a scoop in a large bin of sugar in the cabinet of the drink making line. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) all scoops when stored in foods/dry goods shall be with handles and the handles shall be stored upright. PIC took out the cup at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Jun 6, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC the facility has 1 handwash sink in the back of the facility in the bathroom behind a barrier and not a hand wash sink within sight of the three compartment sink. Discussed with PIC improper hand washing observed in future inspections may lead to violations and installing a hand wash sink and result in a remodel.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) a CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection. 4th Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed facility with chlorine sanitizer, without corresponding testing strips. Discussed with PIC test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 6/17/25
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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed the hand wash sink at the main drink making line not draining properly and with low water pressure. Per PIC the drain line of the basin goes into a bin that is dumped at the end of every shift one at 12pm and 7pm. Observed the hand wash sink drain line is flexible tubing and was kinked. PIC was able to unkink the flexible tubing at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC all sewage shall be properly conveyed into an approved sewage system. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law
2024
Dec 11, 2024Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC a 2nd hand wash is required after using the restroom and after going through a barrier.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) a CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection. 3rd Consecutive Violation
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Mar 12, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC the three compartment sink is only for washing dishes and not hand washing. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager>>>Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection.2nd Consecutive ViolationReport sent via email 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. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: B,Signer: Matthew Sherinian
PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.12, P: Cleaning Procedure. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. Observed employees to be washing hands for less than 10 seconds. Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with new single-use paper towel. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of bacteria and contamination. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) to have employees use proper hand washing procedures. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-2-302.11, Pf: Maintenance-Fingernails. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. >>>Observed employee with nail polish not wearing gloves while making coffee drinks with ice and milk. Discussed with PIC, employees working with exposed food with rough fingernails; or wearing fingernail polish; or wearing artificial nails shall wear gloves. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Sep 19, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report sent by email. *Discussed with staff how to make proper chlorine sanitizing solution. 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: B,Signer: Mat D.
Priority Foundation-2-102.11(A), B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16), Pf: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge No certified food manager certificate was available at the time of inspection and PIC was unable to demonstrate knowledge relating to prevention of foodborne illness at the time of inspection. Discussed requirements for certified food managers. Employee present at establishment must obtain certified food manager card. *Certified food manager must be present at facility at all hours of operation. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. Observed employee put on gloves without washing hands prior. Discussed with employees that hands washing is required before placing on new gloves. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation Observed moist wiping clothes, being stored between use in the coffee area. Discussed with PIC to store wiping clothes in sanitizing solution between use. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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