Cheba Hut Tempe - Hardy
A960 W University Dr, Tempe 85281
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-22305
Score based on 8 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history9 on record
2026
Apr 7, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Of note: discussed upcoming work order for resurfacing cutting board, hand washing sink access. All hand washing sinks must be unobstructe and available for use with hot water, soap, and paper towels at all times.
2025
Nov 20, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 29, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed bartender wash hands in the middle compartment of the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. Employee rewashed hands at the hand wash sink. Hands must only be washed at designated handwashing sinks. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about the importance only washing hands at handwashing sinks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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2-301.15 - Priority Foundation: Where 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.
2024
Oct 15, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed sanitizer bucket stored in the handwashing sink at the bar. Bartender relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Reviewed with PIC about not blocking access to hand sinks at time of inspection. Handwashing sinks must be easily accessible and utilized for handwashing only. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Addl Notes: Observed no hand soap at the handwashing sink located next to the register at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed sliced ham, turkey, roast beef, sliced tomatoes, hummus, sliced/shredded cheeses (cheddar, mozzarella, pepperjack, provolone, feta, & swiss) with temperatures between 46 to 50*F in the front prep table at time of inspection. Observed ambient temperature of the prep table at 48.9*F at time of inspection (see #33). Per person in charge (PIC) all items were in the prep table less than 2 hours prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Repeat violation: 3rd consecutive.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed ambient temperature of the front prep cooler at 48.9*F at time of inspection containing TCS food items (See #22). Per person in charge (PIC), cooler has been working intermittently and they are currently waiting for a replacement at time of inspection. Establishment decided to discontinue use of the front prep table, PIC placed a do not use sign on prep table, and the establishment will only utilize the back prep table that is able to keep TCS food items at 41*F or below at time of inspection. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Repeat violation: 3rd Consecutive.
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Repeat Violation 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.
May 14, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Erin L.
Apr 23, 2024Re-Inspection1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [20], [3-501.16(A)(2) and (B)], which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Randy S.
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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 prep table closest to the dining area with time/temperature controlled food for safety (TCS) & ready-to-eat (RTE) food items (see #20) stored in it with an ambient temperature of 46.2*F at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about discontinuing use of prep table until it is repaired. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain all TCS foods at 41*F or below. Repair prep tables so that it maintains all TCS foods at 41*F or below. Re-inspection scheduled for on 5/2. Repeat violation. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. - - Observed tuna, sliced ham, sliced turkey, roast beef, prosciutto, cheddar, provolone, swiss, feta, & cut tomatoes in a prep table with temperatures between 45*F at time of inspection. Per employee, all items were in the prep station an hour prior and put on ice at time of inspection. Discussed proper cold holding with the PIC. All TCS foods held cold must be held at 41*F or below at all times. Repeat violation. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Apr 10, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundationC°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- 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.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 89,Signer: Connor D.
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 scratch nose, put on gloves, and start prepping food items without washing hands at time of inspection. Observed employee come into the building from outside, put on gloves, and start stocking the prep table without washing hands at time of inspection. Both employees washed hands at time of inspection. Discussed proper hand washing with the person in charge (PIC) and when hand washing is required. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing with the PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. - Observed tuna, sliced ham, sliced turkey, roast beef, bacon, salami, prosciutto, cheddar, provolone, swiss, feta, cut tomatoes, lettuce, & spring mix in a prep table with temperatures between 45 to 48*F at time of inspection. Per employee, all items were in the prep station since the day prior and all items were embargoed at time of inspection. Discussed proper cold holding with the PIC. All TCS foods held cold must be held at 41*F or below at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use - Observed aerosol can of fly & gnat killer on a storage rack in the bar at time of inspection. . Instructed person in charge (PIC) to remove spray bottle of insect killer and ensure that pest control is only be performed by a licensed pest control company. PIC removed can of insect killer at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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 prep table closest to the dining area with time/temperature controlled food for safety (TCS) & ready-to-eat (RTE) food items (see #20) stored in it with an ambient temperature of 46.7*F at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about discontinuing use of prep table until it is repaired. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain all TCS foods at 41*F or below. Repair prep tables so that it maintains all TCS foods at 41*F or below. Re-inspection scheduled for on 4/18/2024. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Nov 6, 2023Routineall corrected on siteA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- Discussed quat sanitizer levels with PIC.- 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.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Erin L.
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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 →