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B

501 S Mill Ave, Tempe 85281

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-39492

Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

95
Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 30, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 2, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Oct 3, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 10, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 23, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 19, 2026 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)94
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Sep 3, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Mar 19, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed debris in floor drains including bottle caps, plastic caps, and shot glasses. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

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

Inspector's notes

Observed establishment to sanitize dishes with chlorine dishwasher with no test strips available. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. PIC obtained chlorine test strips at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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

Oct 23, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with person in charge (PIC) 1) three compartment sink faucet shall reach all three basins. 2) all drainage pipes shall have a minimum of 1 inch of air between the drainage pipes and floor sinks. 3) fruit and veggie washing shall occur in the prep sink.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) in facility at time of inspection. Discussed with 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

Apr 10, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-101.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed a stainless steel storage rack with visible rust and debris accumulated,. The storage rack was located near the ice machine & per the person in charge it will be removed/replaced. Please ensure to maintain equipment smooth, non-absorbeent, durable and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

During the inspection observed an accumulation of food debris located in the interior lining of the beer chest in the bar by the entrance. Per the person in charge the specified area will be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain equipment clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

2024

Oct 3, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.*Observed a sink and surface sanitizer dispenser at the 3-comaprtment sink. Person in charge indicated they do not use it and use the dishwasher only for wash, rinse, and sanitizing food contact surfaces. Person in charge was informed they must have test strips for all food contact surface sanitizers. Person in charge indicated they would remove the chemical dispenser and use the dishwasher.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed ice in hand sink behind bar next to stage. Using hand sinks for alternate activities from hand washing prevents hand washing and may clog the sink rendering it unavailable for proper hand washing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. Ice was cleared. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed soap, stainless steel cleaner stored on a shelf directly above Jello boxes and wiping clothes. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage

Feb 2, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 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: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Jose Perez

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. 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 no paper towels at hand wash sink in the back kitchen area. PIC provided paper towels at the time of inspection. A hand drying provision must always be available at all hand wash sinks to allow for proper hand washing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 30, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- Facilities inspection. Reviewed with person in charge (PIC) about handwashing.- 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: A,Signer: Jose P.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →