Houston TX Hot Chicken
A927 E University Dr, Tempe 85288
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-06438
Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history7 on record
2026
May 7, 2026Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed leak at the back handwash sink adjacent to the 3-comp sink. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed light bulb over the cook line without shielding. Provide a light cover or shatter resist light bulbs in the ventilation hoods. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
2025
Jul 30, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed. **Discussed use of ice baths versus cold holding equipment for housemade dressings at front expo.
Mar 7, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Person in charge indicated there was no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Establishment was open and operating. 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
2024
Aug 2, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Jul 31, 2024Routine1 priorityB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed discharge piping for 3-compartment sink completely detached from the basins. The sink was unable to be turned on without conveying wastewater from basins onto floor. The establishment a large functioning dishwasher they can wash, rinse, and sanitize in with plumbing in good repair. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 08/02/24.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law
Feb 8, 2024RoutinecleanA°
OC re-inspection for a Class 3 10+ E&D permit was conducted with manager Miguel T. by appointment. The establishment is still approved to operate. Please address the listed items prior to the next routine inspection: 1) The y-valve was disconnected from the mop sink faucet at time of inspection. Please provide a quick disconnect to the mop sink faucet if the facility wanted to keep utilizing the sprayer hose. The current handwash sink installation for the cook line and warewash area is not ideal based on location. It is recommended to shift the sink to the left approximately 3-4 feet to provide a more central and easily visible location for both areas. If handwash violations are noted at the cook line in the future then the sink will need to be shifted or an additional handwash sink will need to be installed. MCESD inspection report was delivered via email. No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 9, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundation2 coreB°
OC inspection for a Class 3 10+ E&D permit was conducted with manager Miguel T. by appointment. The establishment was close at time of inspection, but is currently operational. This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Please address the listed items prior to the OC re-inspection within 30 days. The current handwash sink installation for the cook line and warewash area is not ideal based on location. It is recommended to shift the sink to the left approximately 3-4 feet to provide a more central and easily visible location for both areas. If handwash violations are noted at the cook line in the future then the sink will need to be shifted or an additional handwash sink will need to be installed. Please be advised that the New Business Permit Application fee includes one initial inspection and one follow-up inspection. Additional fees will be assessed for any additional follow-up plan review inspections.MCESD inspection report was delivered via email. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Miguel Torres
Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence ------- Observed fruit/drain flies around the front kegerator unit. The facility has had a recent pest control treatment. Please have an additional pest treatment conducted in the area prior to the re-inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing -------- Correct the following: 1) Recaulk the sink fixtures to the walls, as needed, with silicone. 2) Recaulk the ventilation hood gaps with an aluminum based silicone. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Priority Foundation-5-205.13, Pf: Scheduling Inspection and Service for a Water System Device ------- Provide a test report for the ASSE 1013 reduced pressure backflow preventer installed for the soda carbonator. PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.14, P: Backflow Prevention Device, Design Standard ------- Observed a pressurized sprayer hose installed at the mop sink with an atmospheric vacuum breaker installed. The sprayer pressure was released at time of inspection and the sprayer was removed at time of inspection. The PIC was advised to install a quick disconnect for the sprayer and to release the water pressure in the hose after every use to prevent damaging the AVB. Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained --------- Provide a longer swing faucet at the three compartment sink to ensure all compartments can be easily reached. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability --------- Provide a clear matte epoxy finish to the wall area behind the front beverage station. The wood and all gaps need to be sealed to provide a smooth and easily cleanable finish. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods -------- Correct the following: 1) Trim the foam sealant in the walk-in cooler flush and provide a smooth layer of silicone. 2) Caulk-in all escutcheon plates and plumbing penetrations with silicone. 3) Provide any missing outlet covers. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →