Uncle Sam's
A°3217 E Shea Blvd, Phoenix 85028
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-02514
Score based on 16 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history16 on record
2026
Jun 30, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.Establishment is receiving pest control treatments, reviewed invoices with person in charge. Noted areas are showing significant improvement and cracks and gaps are being filled throughout all areas.Please continue pest control treatments and repairs.
Jun 19, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have NOT been corrected.Will re-inspect in 10 calendar days for pest control.
Inspector's notes
Observed live German cockroach activity inside top corner behind bar near entrance, and in top-back corners and edges inside long prep table against wall. Service call was placed at time. Please ensure premise is maintained free of pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. **Third consecutive violation**
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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Jun 8, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Will re-inspect in 10 calendar days for pest control.Discussed sealing cracks and gaps.
Inspector's notes
Mechanical warewashing machine measured 0 ppm available chlorine while in use during inspection. It was determined that the chemical bucket was completely empty and was replaced at time, chemical lines were primed. Please ensure chlorine sanitizers are maintained between 50-100 ppm for effective sanitizing of wares. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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 live German cockroach activity inside top corner behind bar near entrance, and in top-back corner inside long prep table at end closer to ice machine. Service call was placed at time. Please ensure premise is maintained free of pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. **Second consecutive violation**
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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Feb 23, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.Conducted on site re-inspection. Pest control has improved significantly. Pest control records and invoices were reviewed. Please continue treatment until issue is completely resolved, and continue sealing cracks, gaps, and damaged areas.
Feb 13, 2026Routine1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Will re-inspect in 10 calendar days for pest control.
Inspector's notes
Observed live German cockroach activity behind loose baseboards below pizza oven, in cracks on underside of bar, in cracks on either side of reach in Pepsi cooler, and in cracks on underside of both restroom counters. Service call was placed at time. Please ensure premise are maintained free of pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
2025
Nov 21, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed NSF H2 registered lubricant labeled "no food contact" used to lubricate moving parts near food-contact surfaces on meat slicer in kitchen. Lubricants with incidental food contact, if they are used on food-contact surfaces, on bearings and gears located on or within food-contact surfaces, or on bearings and gears that are located so that lubricants may leak, drip, or be forced into food or onto food-contact surfaces shall meet the requirements specified in 21 CFR 178.3570. Person in charge discontinued use of lubricant at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-205.11 - Priority: Incidental Food Contact, Criteria-Lubricants
Inspector's notes
Observed leak in piping to spray nozzle at dishwashing sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 2nd. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
May 30, 2025Routine2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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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 the piping to the spray nozzle by the dish machine is leaking. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Jan 22, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Dec 5, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed deep cleaning in the dish pit.
Jul 10, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Feb 9, 2024Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Bret Frimmel
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed grease build-up near the hood vents. Please increase deep cleaning frequencies to prevent build-up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 17, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Bret Frimmel
Nov 8, 2023Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have not been corrected.Reinspection will occur on Friday, November 17th.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Bret Frimmel
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Observed one live small roach underneath the 3 compartment sink, 2 small roaches and one baby roach next to the hot water heater, one baby roach near the ice machine, and four small roaches underneath the prep table in the bar area. The owner has had two pest control services done since the last reinspection on 10/27. In discussion with the owner, a fogging is being considered as well as changing the chemicals to see if that would help combat the pest issue- potentially a new pest control company; as well as frequently deep cleaning. The owner has sealed many of the gaps found throughout the establishment, including mostly underneath the 3 compartment sink. Discussed holes near hot water heater. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
Oct 27, 2023Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have not been corrected.Reinspection will occur on Wednesday, November 8th.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: brett frimmel
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Observed five live, small roaches located throughout the establishment. Two of them were located near the dish machine on the far right side. One was found in the chemical room. One was found in the dry storage area. One was found in the server station. The owner has had five pest control services done in the last 10 days. Discussed sealing all gaps, cracks, and crevices to prevent harborage of food, water, and pests. Reinspection will occur on Wednesday, November 8th. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Oct 17, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspected with Badge #151.Report emailed to PIC.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Austin Crawford
Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Observed 3 live baby roaches on the buss-carts located in the dining area, observed more than 10 live baby and medium sized roaches located on a sticky trap near a hole in the wall, under the counter, across from the walk-in freezer. When pests are found professional pest control should be utilized to eliminate the pest issue. Please have professional pest control service the establishment for roaches by Friday October 27th. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Observed a large hole in the wall underneath the counter across from the walk-in freezer. Observed baseboards throughout the establishment needing to be resealed. Walls/baseboards must be smooth and easily cleanable to prevent possible pests. Please repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Aug 25, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Austin Crawford
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →