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Sazerac Phoenix

A

821 N 2nd St, Phoenix 85004

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-61420

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.

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 21, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 8, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 24, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 22, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 24, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 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 history6 on record

2026

May 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed benefits of Certified Food Protection Manager.

2025

Jun 24, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: No active warewashing observed at time of inspection. Chemical warewashing machine at bar reading 0ppm chlorine initially. PIC primed unit and observed chlorine concentration reading 100ppm. Reviewed with PIC; ensure warewashing units are always tested using test strips for proper sanitization of food contact surfaces.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food protection manager present on-site at time of inspection. PIC could not provide certification by end of inspection. 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

Jan 22, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed labelling of working containers containing chemicals.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed PVC piping from handwashing sink located by ice machine not directly positioned above floor sink located below; causing spillage onto flooring. Adjust to prevent spillage to ensure flooring is free of water. 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

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-305.11

Inspector's notes

Observed employee hat items stored above drinks for service in walk-in unit. Designate area for storage of employee personal items/food items/drink items away from food for service. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-305.11 - Core: Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers

2024

Oct 24, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: No active dishwashing observed at time of inspection. Chemical warewashing machine at the bar dispensing 0ppm chlorine sanitizer solution. PIC agreed to use 3-comp sink as means of warewashing until unit has been fixed. PIC put a out of order sign at time of inspection. Provided sick policy guidance via email.

May 8, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Ben B.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ben B.

2023

Aug 21, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed date marking procedure. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Ben B.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. 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-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ben Boe

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

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability---Observed the floor near the dish washing area having the aggregate/concrete exposed. Person in charge states they will get the floor fixed soon. Discussed hot floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 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 →