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Wyndham Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe

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1600 S 52nd St, Tempe 85281

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-38351

Score based on 13 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

91
Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 31, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 19, 2024 — Routine — score 58 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)Jul 8, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 10, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 16, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 13, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 23, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 29, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Feb 5, 2026 — Routine — score 70 (1 priority, 3 foundation, 0 core)Feb 18, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Feb 26, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Mar 10, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 18, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history13 on record

2026

Jun 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Of note: overhead light fixtures must have individual protective shielding on bulbs or a protective shielding for the entire fixture to prevent contamination of clean equipment or food in the event of breakage or disrepair.

Mar 10, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Feb 26, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Upon reinspection, not all violations have been corrected. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 3/10/2026.

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Establishment does not have test strips available for lactic acid sanitizer product used at 3-compartment sink and for sanitizer buckets. 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. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 3/10/2026. *THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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Repeat Violation 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.

Feb 18, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 2-26-2026.

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Establishment does not have test strips available for lactic acid sanitizer product used at 3-compartment sink and for sanitizer buckets. 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. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 2/26/2026. *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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Repeat Violation 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.

Feb 5, 2026Routine1 priority3 foundationC°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for February 17, 2026, and photos of test strips and draft of proposed menu changes may be provided via e-mail in lieu of an in-person reinspection.

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

Inspector's notes

Breakfast menu does not have consumer advisory disclosure (*) for egg side order or any breakfast entrees available with eggs that may be offered partially cooked or raw, dinner menu lacks the disclosure for the 8oz burger, and neither menu has a consumer advisory reminder statement printed regarding the risks of consuming undercooked meat, eggs, and poultry. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 2/17/2026.

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3-603.11 - Priority Foundation: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-206.12

Inspector's notes

Observed a conventional uncovered snap trap-style rodent bait station in a dry storage room. Rodent bait shall be stored in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Person in charge (PIC) removed snap trap during inspection to correct and followed up with pest control provider during inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-206.12 - Priority: Rodent Bait Stations

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed a glue trap filled with several dead insects, including a single American cockroach, in dry storage area. Pest control methods shall be applied by a licensed pest control applicator and only used in ways that prevent contamination of food and clean equipment and are not a hazard to employees or other persons. PIC removed trap during inspection to correct. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Establishment does not have test strips available for lactic acid sanitizer product used at 3-compartment sink and for sanitizer buckets. 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. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 2/17/2026.

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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.

2025

Aug 29, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed active pest control and chipped floor tile repair with PIC.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed the following TCS food items being refrigerated on-site while dated past 7 days: Sauerkraut(8/18), marinara sauce (8/22). Discussed frequency of inventory checks with PIC. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority foundation4-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a 'robot coupe' blender stored as clean with chipped edges on the blade. Discussed the importance of maintaining all equipment in good repair with PIC. PIC removed the blender from service until a replacement is provided. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability. 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.

May 23, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed cleaning frequency of food-contact surfaces with PIC.

#13 — Food in Good Condition, Safe and UnadulteratedPriority3-101.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a box of whole jalapenos with active blue-white growth throughout. Discussed frequency of inventory checks with PIC. PIC willingly discarded the box of jalapenos at time of inspection. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.

Feb 13, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed cooler maintenance with PIC. Ensure any leaks are addressed prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed caulking around main hand sink in the kitchen area to be cracked, missing or otherwise in disrepair rendering the area neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Observed several missing tiles in the kitchen, hallway, dry storage area, and entrance to the freezer/walk-in, rendering the areas neither smooth nor easily cleanable. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

2024

Oct 16, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a leak coming from the condenser unit of the produce walk-in cooler, with a flat pan beneath the unit to catch water. Discussed servicing frequency with PIC. Per PIC, the issue has been talked about with upper management, but they have yet to find a solution. Ensure the walk-in is serviced and the leak is fixed. 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.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Jul 10, 2024Re-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.

Jul 8, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.A reinspection will occur by or prior to 7/18/2024 to verify the correctionn of Violation #38.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed rolled chicken tacos and red enchilada sauce prepared by the establishment with a discard date of 7/6/2024. Discussed date marking procedures with the PIC. All RTE/TCS foods must be date marked after 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made or removed from the freezer as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed live German cockroach on floor next to cookline. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection on or prior to 7/18/2024. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

Mar 19, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundation2 coreC°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.A reinspection will occur on 3/29/2024 to verify the correction of Violations #31 & 36.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: 21,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Andy Bridwell

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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. >>> Observed build up of organic matter on soda gun at the bar. PIC cleaned nozzles at the time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency with the PIC. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

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 the following TCS food items at 47-52'F: Red Salsa, Deli ham, Cooked oatmeal, cantalope, Cooked potatoes, and pico de gallo held in the right-side prep table on the cook line. All other TCS foods were at 41'F or below at the time of inspection. All other non-TCS food items were at 41'F or below at the time of inspection. The ambient minimum air temperature was measured to be 50.1'F at the time of inspection. Per PIC, all items were placed in the refrigerators more than 3 hours prior to inspection. All TCS food items were embargoed at the time of inspection. Discussed proper cold holding with the PIC. Discussed proper food storage to allow for adequate air flow in cold holding units. All TCS foods held cold must be held at 41'F or below at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-201.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11, P: Separation-Storage >>> Observed stainless steel cleaner spray stored directly next to cleaned dishware in dry storage area. PIC relocated chemicals to proper storage area at the time of inspection. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

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 with a minimum ambient air temperature of 50.1'F and maintaining all TCS foods at 41'F or above at the time of inspection. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain all TCS foods at 41'F or below. Repair prep table such that the prep table maintains all TCS foods at 41'F or below. A re-inspection will occur on 3/29/2024. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence >>> Observed 20+ drain flies at the main bar. PIC was pursuing active pest control servicing at time of inspection. Eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection on 3/29/2024. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Repeat Violation Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability >>> Observed tiles throughout establishment in severe disrepair directly outside walk-in cooler, in the dry storage room, and within walk-in cooler. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained in good repair, smooth, and easily cleanable. Repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

2023

Oct 31, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received an A grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations. This business has rebranded as the Wyndham Hotel. see instructions below for updating name. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was emailed. 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.Award: A,Signer: Daman Humphreys

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability---Repair broken floor tiles in dry storage room. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

This address holds 2 food permits

Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →