PlateScore

Starbucks Coffee #23634

A

1537 W Broadway Rd, Tempe 85282-1105

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-41645

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

99
Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Dec 12, 2023 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Feb 9, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 31, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 16, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 23, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 9, 2026 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jan 13, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 30, 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 history8 on record

2026

Jun 30, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Of note: emphasized importance of monitoring cold-holding equipment and having readily available waterproof NSF thermometers for verifying high-temperature mechanical dishwasher. Please ensure backflow testing is conducted in 2026 for reduced pressure zone (RPZ) backflow assemblies at reverse osmosis system and underneath glassware rinsers.

Jan 13, 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.

Jan 9, 2026Routine1 foundationB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 1/20/2026.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-202.12

Inspector's notes

After running water continuously for 2+ minutes, the two hand washing sinks closest to the drive-thru window were only able to attain a water temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit as measured with probe thermometer. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. Re-inspection is tentatively scheduled for 1/20/26.

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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.

2025

Sep 23, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed hand sink requirements with PIC.

Apr 16, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed employee beverage storage and pest control with PIC.

2024

Jul 31, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed ice scoop being stored within ice machine, with handle in contact with the ice. In-use utensils may not be stored in ice between uses in order to prevent cross contamination.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Feb 9, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 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: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Brooke A.

2023

Dec 12, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection done with badge 314Award: Not Participating,Email Sent: CHECKED,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Mathew Bryant

#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 a paper towel dispenser out of paper towels to properly dry hands. Talked to person in charge about proper upkeep of handwashing areas. Had PIC restock paper towel dispenser. Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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. Observed employee cups with lids on them in the way of handwashing sink. Talked to person in charge about keeping handwashing sinks open and accessible to freely wash hands. Had PIC clear the employee cups from the handwashing sink. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#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 in the main ice bin that some organic matter was around the lid area not in contact with ice. Person in charge explains that cleaning crew comes in every two weeks. Discussed the importance of cleaning the ice machine when noticed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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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 →