Mr. Brews Taphouse
A2040 S Alma School Rd, Chandler 85286
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-73803
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history7 on record
2026
Aug 4, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment has a dog friendly patio sign on their door but has not been approved for a dog friendly patio. No pets observed on the patio at the time of inspection. Advised PIC to remove signage and obtain a pet friendly patio permit online at: https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/applicationAssistant?sectionName=All&showTemplates=false&caseTypes=94.
Inspector's notes
Observed unshielded lightbulbs in the back kitchen above the main walk in cooler. Provided shielded bulbs, LED, or a plastic diffuser over the bulbs prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
Mar 2, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed the cook place raw shaved steak on the flat top grill before handling a clean plate, hand a bottle of salad dressing, and cheese without removing gloves and washing their hands. PIC discarded the foods and moved the plate to the dishwasher at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Advised PIC to utilize tongs or other effective barriers to minimize the need for handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a large trashcan placed in front of the cook line hand sink making it inaccessible. 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 relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation *Second consecutive repeat violation* 5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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
Oct 23, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed a tray and two metal bowls being stored in the handwashing sink to the left of the cook line. Handwashing sinks must be maintained so accessible at all times and not used for other purposes than handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.
May 13, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.
2024
Oct 8, 2024Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with person in charge the importance of keeping all hand sinks readily accessible at all times and to not store items in the hand sink. Person in charge removed the sheet pan that was resting on top of the sink. All other hand sinks were accessible and in good repair. Report emailed to person in charge.
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup of organic matter in the beverage dispensing nozzle at the bar counter. Non-TCS food contact surfaces should be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
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Observed a small plastic container of diced tomatoes and large plastic container of cut lettuce in the cold top next to the grill with a probed internal temperature of 45-46 degrees F. Person in charge stated the items were prepped that morning and put in the cold top less than an hour prior. Advised person in charge once ingredients are prepped to put in the walk in to cool back to 41 degrees F prior to moving the items to the cold top. Person in charge moved the items to the walk in to cool. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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.
Feb 1, 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 report sent to Part Owner's email. ****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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: Kalli Pulling, Bartender
2023
Sep 1, 2023RoutinecleanA
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 report sent to Part Owner's email. ****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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Signer: Kory Boxberger, Part Owner ,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 →