The Halal Guys
A1015 S Rural Rd, Tempe 85281
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-24-02273
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
Apr 27, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Jul 9, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed. Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Walk-in refrigerator condenser was repaired and reading an ambient air temperature of 36*F. All TCS food items were holding at 41*F or below at time of re-inspection.
Jul 8, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Report emailed. **Discussed repairing discharge pipe at three-compartment sink to ensure a 1-inch air gap above rim of flood rim and cutting existing piping to prevent additional spillage. **Observed new Botrista beverage machine onsite. Per PIC, a new water line and discharge pipe was installed to accommodate the machine. Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home.
Inspector's notes
Observed the following time/temperature controlled for safety (TCS) food items with an internal temperature between 53*F-55*F in walk-in refrigerator: cut tomatoes, hummus, cut lettuce, sliced cooked gyro meat, cut chicken, and packaged raw chicken. The measured ambient temperature of the unit was 58.1*F using a min/max thermometer. Person-in-charge (PIC) indicated walk-in refrigerator had been functioning intermittently since the day prior. PIC stated internal temperatures of food items were not taken this morning. All TCS items kept past 4 hours were discarded, while all TCS items that were received/prepped within 4 hours were relocated to alternative refrigeration to cool to 41*F or below at time of inspection. Also observed cut tomatoes and cut lettuce at prep table unit on line at 50*F-55*F. PIC states they were prepped and placed in unit this morning, approximately 1-2 hours prior. Observed container of tomatoes double panned and a shallow layer of ice underneath lettuce and tomatoes. Tabletop unit is functioning properly. Discussed with PIC double panning prevents cool air from reaching the food item, and an ice bath should be a slurry of ice and water. PIC added more water to ice bath and cooled food down 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. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. REPEAT VIOLATION (2ND 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 walk-in refrigerator holding TCS food items at 53*F-55*F with an ambient air temperature of unit at 58.1*F, via min/max thermometer. PIC states a work order was placed to repair unit, and a technician will be onsite between 2PM and 5PM today. All TCS items kept past 4 hours were discarded and TCS items received/prepped within 4 hours were relocated to alternative refrigeration 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 prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours.
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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.
Jan 6, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed sliced cooked gyro meat with an internal temperature between 45*F - 48*F in the walk-in refrigerator. The measured ambient temperature of the unit was 45.1*F using a min/max thermometer; all other time/temperature controlled for safety foods were 41*F and below. Person in charge (PIC) indicated that they had the walk-in refrigerator opened for a prolonged amount of time. After 30 minutes the measured ambient temperature of the unit was 42.4*F. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
2024
May 15, 2024RoutinecleanA°
OC re-inspection for a Class 3 10+ E&D permit was conducted with manager Jacqueline T. by appointment. The establishment is still approved to operate. Please correct the following items prior to the next OC re-inspection within 10 days:1) Replace the torn refrigerator door gaskets, as needed. 2) The facility is currently working on having the floors throughout the facility refinished with new epoxy. Please have this completed prior to the next routine inspection. 3) Caulk-in all wall holes throughout the facility with silicone. 4) Caulk-in all escutcheon plates and plumbing penetrations throughout the facility. MCESD inspection report was delivered via email. No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 1, 2024RoutinecleanA°
OC re-inspection for a Class 3 10+ E&D permit was conducted with manager Sara V. by appointment. The establishment is still approved to operate. Please correct the following items prior to the next OC re-inspection within 10 days:1) Disconnect all copper piping downstream of the RP backflow preventer and abandon the piping. Disconnect the PEX soda line from the existing copper piping and directly plumb it downstream of the RP backflow. 2) Caulk the fixed shelving units to the walls with silicone. 3) Re-caulk the prep sink to the wall with silicone. 4) Replace the torn refrigerator door gaskets, as needed. 5) The facility is currently working on having the floors throughout the facility refinished with new epoxy. Please have this completed prior to the next routine inspection. 6) Caulk-in all wall holes throughout the facility with silicone. 7) Caulk-in all escutcheon plates and plumbing penetrations throughout the facility. 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.
Apr 2, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB°
OC inspection for a Class 3 10+ E&D permit was conducted with manager Sara V. by appointment. The establishment was closed and not operating at time of inspection. 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, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Please correct the re-inspection items prior to the OC re-inspection within 30 days. 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: Sara Valdez
Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing ------- Correct the following: 1) Caulk the fixed shelving units to the walls with silicone. 2) Re-caulk the ventilation hood gaps with an aluminum based silicone. 3) Re-caulk the prep sink to the wall with silicone. Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment -------- Replace the torn refrigerator door gaskets, as needed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A), P: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law ------- Correct the following: 1) Provide ASSE 1055 A internal air gaps at the chemical dispenser units, as needed. 2) Install the soda system on the RP backflow preventer located under the soda system so that no copper piping is downstream of the backflow unit. 3) Replumb the vent drain under the RP backflow preventer. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability ------- The facility is currently working on having the floors throughout the facility refinished with new epoxy. Please have this completed prior to the next routine inspection. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods -------- Correct the following: 1) Caulk-in all wall holes throughout the facility with silicone. 2) Caulk-in all escutcheon plates and plumbing penetrations throughout the facility. 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 →