Carl's Jr

3470 W Bell Rd, Phoenix 85053

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-51877

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

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Jun 3, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed AVB connection restrictions at mop sink, minor facility repair, hand wash station maintenance, best cooling methods, and date mark for milk.

2025

Sep 16, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 22, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

May 22, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.A re-inspection will be conducted within 24-hours for category 33B 4-301.11, Pf – Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

-- In walk-in refrigerator, the following TCS items were above 41°F: grilled onions (54°F-56°F), American cheese (53°F), Swiss cheese (50°F), pre-cooked char-broiled chicken (57°F-58°F), raw angus beef patties (56°F-57°F), raw chicken breast tenders (57°F), raw chicken breast fillets (55°F-57°F), omelet blend with crumbled sausage, bacon, ham and cheese (45°F-51°F), salsa (54°F-55°F), and guacamole (55°F). The char-broiled chicken, angus beef patties, chicken breast tenders and fillets were thawed/prepped on 5/21/25. All other TCS had been prepared/pre-portioned 2 hours before the inspection (6:00 AM). At the time of inspection, the char-broiled chicken, angus beef patties, chicken breast tenders and fillets were voluntarily discarded. All other TCS items were moved to refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°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. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

-- The ambient temperature of walk-in refrigerator measured at 56.4°F using min/max thermometer. See violation above. At the time of inspection, a technician arrived onsite to repair the walk-in. A re-inspection will be conducted within 24-hours to verify main refrigeration unit can hold items at or below 41°F. 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. 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.

2024

Sep 25, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Apr 24, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email. 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-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Jesus A.

2023

Oct 9, 2023Routine4 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerAt least one person on duty at all times is required to be present with a food manager certification. Obtain food manager certification by next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: light bulb shieldsNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report 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-181Award: A,Signer: Maria Gadea

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Soda case tubing leaking syrup at connector, causing a pool of syrup to form underneath case. All equipment should be working properly and in good repair. Person in charge to place a work order. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsCore4-203.13

Core-4-203.13, C: Pressure Measuring Devices, Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Sanitizer dispenser continuously spraying solution at valve when opened. all areas should be in good repair. Person in charge stated a work order was placed and will be fixed this week. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#54 — Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities MaintainedCore5-501.13

Repeat Violation Core-5-501.13, C: Receptacles No receptacle available in men's restroom. All restrooms must maintain a receptacle. Person in charge to order and place in restroom. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

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

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Ice machine in disrepair. Several panels loose and separated from unit, and held up with duct tape. Pink organic growth on inside panel of unit. All areas must be in good repair, and visibly clean. Person in charge to inform management for work order and cleaning schedule. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →