Sprouts Farmers Markets
A931 E Elliot Rd, Tempe 85284
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-59230
Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jun 24, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Feb 27, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Observed supplements for use in smoothies. Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.
2025
Oct 27, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC Of Note: Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) for best practice is to take out for prep only the 1 individual item/product that is being prepped at a time to ensure other items are properly cold held and are not unnecessarily put in and out the of danger zone. ******Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmentalservices/index.php.
May 16, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) for best practice is to take out for prep only the 1 individual item/product that is being prepped at a time to ensure other items are properly cold held. >>>> Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.
Inspector's notes
Observed separated/missing or pink/brown organic matter on existing caulking of the fixed equipment such as hand sinks, prep sinks and three compartment sink. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) all fixed equipment shall be sealing with caulking to create a smooth and cleanable surface to prevent the accumulation of contaminants. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation
Jan 27, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) for best practice is to take out for prep only the 1 individual item/product that is being prepped at a time to ensure other items are properly cold held. Also, per PIC the blue spirulina in the new smoothie section of the deli department is used for color as an additive and menu does not state any health benefits with the product.
2024
Sep 25, 2024Re-Inspection1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Inspector's notes
Observed hand washing sink and the 3 compartment sink missing caulking along the wall and black organic matter on the existing caulking that is there along the back wall and side splashes. Discussed with PIC fixed equipment shall be either sealed to the wall or spaced sufficiently away from the wall to clean behind and around the equipment. PIC will put in a work order to have the hand washing sink sealed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation
Sep 11, 2024Routine1 foundation3 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed hand washing sink and the 3 compartment sink missing caulking along the wall and black organic matter on the existing caulking that is there along the back wall and side splashes. Discussed with PIC fixed equipment shall be either sealed to the wall or spaced sufficiently away from the wall to clean behind and around the equipment. PIC will put in a work order to have the hand washing sink sealed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation
Inspector's notes
Observed at the hand wash sink near the three compartment, to have a separate hot and cold knee pedal touchless set up. Temperature exceeded 130*F. The cold water valve did not bring down the temperature. Discussed with PIC to have fixed/repaired/replaced in order to encourage proper hand washing without injury. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. Reinspection scheduled 9/25/24
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5-103.12 - Priority Foundation: Pressure
Inspector's notes
Observed the missing air gap between the drainage pipes and the floor sinks at the ovens and the three compartment sink. Discussed with PIC to adjust pipes to include a minimum of 1 inch of an air gap between the drainage pipes and the floor sinks. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
Observed Ovens on tables by the back door go through a daily cleaning cycle leaking onto the table and onto the ground. Per PIC the unit is out of service and not intended to be used until it has been fixed. Discussed with PIC to put a 'do not use' sign on the unit until it has been fixed/repaired or replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-403.12 - Core: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
May 10, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report sent 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1,Signer: JRay Cooper
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 the hand wash sink by the 3-compartment sink. Person i Charge (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
Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing >>>Observed hand washing sink near the 3 compartment sink missing caulking along the wall and black organic matter on the caulking that is there along the basin. Discussed with PIC fixed equipment shall be either sealed to the wall or spaced sufficiently away from the wall to clean behind and around the equipment. PIC will put in a work order to have the hand washing sink sealed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Jan 18, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report sent 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Signer: Kailena Barnes,Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1
2023
Aug 23, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about fill lines at sandwich prep station.- The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: JRay C.
This address holds 4 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 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →