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The Van Buren

B°

401 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85003

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-66329

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.

96
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 20, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 18, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 24, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 7, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 10, 2026 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)95
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Aug 10, 2026Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed ice utensil storage methods.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed no hand drying provision at hand sinks in both ice machine rooms. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 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: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

2025

Aug 7, 2025Routine1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed scoop with no handle used for scooping cheese items. 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: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

Mar 24, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed air-curtains for outer openings.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed pico de gallo (diced tomatoes) dated 03/04, stored past 7 days, in standing reach-in unit located beside freezer. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Also discussed datemarking requirements for freezing/thawing TCS food items. Provided datemarking guidance via email. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

2024

Nov 18, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 16, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No food/drink service at the time of inspection, facility inspection conducted. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Alaina M.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.Signer: Alaina M.,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A

2023

Nov 20, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No food/drink service at the time of inspection, facility inspection conducted. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Alaina M.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.Signer: Alaina Miller ,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A

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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 →