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8810 S Hardy Dr, Tempe 85284

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-65951

Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

91
Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

100060202420252026Mar 8, 2024 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Oct 7, 2024 — Routine — score 69 (1 priority, 3 foundation, 1 core)Oct 14, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 90 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Oct 14, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 90 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Oct 28, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 90 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Nov 5, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 21, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 12, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Mar 24, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 7, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 14, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 2, 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 history12 on record

2026

Apr 2, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.

2025

Aug 14, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

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

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Chili and nacho cheese sauce available for service at 107*F and 104*F internally. Manager took dispenser out of service until chili and cheese have reached proper temperature. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

Apr 7, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Unit has been removed from use for TCS food, per manager. No TCS food was in the unit at the time of reinspection.

Mar 24, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection 4/2/25. Sandwich display cooler holding TCS food 47-48*F internally. Unit was in defrost at the beginning of the inspection. When the defrost cycle ended, the unit dropped down to 41*F on the min/max. Manager stated the meat/cheese sandwiches, burritos and cheese snack packs had been recently put into the unit and were moved to another unit to re-cool. 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.

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Repeat Violation 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.

Mar 12, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Please ensure proper backflow prevention is in place if the Lipton tea dispenser is connected to a waterline.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Burgers, meat/cheese/egg burritos and Lunchables, cheese snack packs labeled for refrigeration at 49*F to 51*F internally for unknown time. Embargoed. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

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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

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection 3/19/25. Sandwich display cooler holding TCS food 49-51*F, with the min/max thermometer reading 47*F in various locations in the cooler. 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.

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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

Nov 21, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Unit is holding properly cold.

Nov 5, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Operator has obtained the required food probe thermometer.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation Min/max thermometer read 40*F to 50*F on different shelves and different sides of the unit. At the time of inspection some meat/cheese sandwiches were in the unit on the top shelf at 43*F internally which were moved to the wall cooler. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below throughout. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Please contact the inspector for a reinspection when the unit is repaired and put back into service. 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.

Oct 28, 2024Re-Inspection2 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation Sandwich cooler unit has been repaired, per PIC, but is iced over at the time of reinspection and is holding no TCS items. Min/max thermometer in the unit read 18*F on the iced over shelf and 52*F on the upper shelf. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below throughout. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Please contact the inspector for a reinspection when the unit is repaired and put back into service. 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.

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation Operator does not yet have the required food probe thermometer. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection 11/5/24. 4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices

Oct 14, 2024Re-Inspection2 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation Sandwich display cooler holding TCS food 47*F to 50*F internally. Unit has iced over. and was 48*F on the min/max thermometer. 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 prior to reinspection 10/21/24. 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.

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation No probe food thermometer available. Establishment only has an infrared thermometer. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection 10/21/24. 4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices

Oct 14, 2024Re-Inspection2 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation Inspector Notes & Corrective Actions: Sandwich display cooler holding TCS food 47*F to 50*F internally. Unit has iced over. and was 48*F on the min/max thermometer. 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 prior to reinspection 10/21/24. 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.

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation No probe food thermometer available. Establishment only has an infrared thermometer. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection 10/21/24. 4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices

Oct 7, 2024Routine1 priority3 foundation1 coreC°

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

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation No paper towels at ice machine room hand washing sink.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. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Meat/cheese sandwiches and wraps, snack cheese, ygurt and pickles labeled "Keep refrigerated" at 48*F to 54*F internally for unknown time. Embargoed. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. 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

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Sandwich display cooler holding TCS food 48*F to 54*F internally. Unit has iced over. and was 49*F on the min/max thermometer. 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 prior to reinspection 10/14/24. 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.

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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No probe thermometer available at the time of inspection. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection 10/14/24. 4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Mop sink clogged at time of inspection. PIC cleared clog, but ensure there is adequate drainage for the mop sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Mar 8, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had one Priority, one Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed report to the main address.Reviewed proper wash-rinse-sanitize and required daily wash and sanitize for soda nozzles and coffee cups, at least every four hours for tongs used for hot dogs.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. Certified manager not present. Please ensure a currently certified food manager is present whenever food is handled. 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.Embargo Lbs: 1,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Mark W.,Food Manager Licenses: 0

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

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. ....No paper towels at hand washing sink by the ice machine. Employee provided. 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. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. ........Hot dogs available under temperature control on the roller at 124*F to 127*F internally. Employee stated they had been available for more than three hours. Embargoed, PIC discarded. Please ensure hot-held TCS food is maintained 135*F or above.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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions...Accumulation of organic matter in the floor drain under the bag in box station, ice on floor and pipes in the walk-in freezer. Please maintain clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

This address holds 2 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 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →