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Black Rock Coffee Bar

B°

1202 W Broadway Rd, Tempe 85282

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-75379

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.

86
Good

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Aug 8, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 29, 2024 — Routine — score 60 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Jul 31, 2024 — Routine — score 54 (3 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 5, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 6, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)May 22, 2026 — Routine — score 88 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)88
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

May 22, 2026Routine2 foundation2 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC 1) hand washing shall occur when taking off gloves and before putting on new gloves. 2) employee drinks and foods shall be placed in a designated location that is not above establishments food, food contact surfaces, clean linens, single use items, and equipment. 3) sanitizer towels shall stay submerged in sanitizer between uses to prevent the growth of bacteria.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed hand wash sink by the drive thru window to be blocked with a three-tier shelf used to store employee drinks. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) 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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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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a spray bottle with a clear liquid without a common name written on it and a spray bottle with a blue liquid that has 'blue' written on it. Also observed an equipment tablet cleaner container stored on the counter next to customer drinks. Discussed with PIC all spray bottles shall have the common name of the product on the bottle and stored low and in a way that prevents contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

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

Inspector's notes

Observed employees put used stirring spoons into a container of water at 125*F at two different locations in the drink making line. Discussed with PIC 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed throughout the drink line and back area to have accumulation of coffee grounds and dried brown and black organic matter on the walls and under the equipment. Discussed with PIC Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Aug 6, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the back of house 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. An employee provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 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.

Feb 5, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed proper handwashing procedures at time of inspection.

2024

Jul 31, 2024Routine3 priority1 coreD°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [28 & 51], [7-204.11 & 5-202.11], which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of organic matter in the ice machine. Ice machines must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Discussed cleaning frequency with the person in charge (PIC). 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a sanitization bucket with chlorine sanitizer near the register, which tested above 200 ppm. Person in charge (PIC) diluted sanitization bucket & the sanitizer solution retested at 100 ppm. Sanitizer must test between 50 to 100 ppm & must be tested every time solution is made. Repeat violation (2nd consecutive). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage Addl Notes: Observed multiple spray bottles of window cleaner, bleach and other cleaning solutions hanging on rack near the food prep station above coffee beans. Person in charge (PIC) relocated chemicals to proper storage area at the time of inspection. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed sprayer nozzle on hose connected to the mop sink at time of inspection. Shut off valves may not be connected downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) as contamination could occur. Person in charge (PIC) removed sprayer nozzle at time of inspection. Repeat violation (2nd consecutive). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law

Feb 29, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundationC

This establishment received an C Grade and had 2 Priority, 3 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- Discussed with manager about requirement for food and food storage containers being stored at least 6" off the ground. - 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.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: C,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ben E.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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 hand soap at the handwashing sink in the back of house at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) restocked hand soap at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that handwashing cleanser must be available at handwashing sink at all times. Discussed importance of providing hand soap to ensure proper hand washing with the PIC. 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 handwashing sink in the back of house time of inspection. PIC replaced paper towels at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that paper towels must be available at handwashing sink at all times. Discussed importance of providing hand drying provision to ensure proper hand washing with the PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-204.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals. - Observed a sanitization bucket with chlorine sanitizer near the register, which tested above 200 ppm. Person in charge (PIC) diluted sanitization bucket & the sanitizer solution retested at 100 ppm. Sanitizer must test between 50 to 100 ppm & must be tested every time solution is made. Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use - Observed zevo fly and gnat spray stored in bin below the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge (PIC) to remove aerosol cans of fly killer and ensure that pest control is only be performed by a licensed pest control company. PIC removed can of spray fly killer at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A), P: Approved System - Observed sprayer nozzle on hose connected to the mop sink with the water left on at time of inspection. Shut off valves may not be connected downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) as contamination could occur. Person in charge (PIC) removed sprayer nozzle at time of inspection. Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained - Observed multiple leaks from the faucet of the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. Observed leak from cold water handle of the rinse sink closest to the register at time of inspection. All plumbing systems must be maintained in good repair. Repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Aug 8, 2023Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about certified pest control. - 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Sarah S.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Repeat Violation Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation - Observed sanitizer bucket with less than 10 ppm chlorine near the register. Observed multiple wet wiping cloths out on multiple food surfaces throughout the establishment. Person in charge (PIC) remade the sanitizer bucket which retested at 100 ppm at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about making sure wet wiping cloths are properly stored in sanitizer buckets when not in use. Repeat violation. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

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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 →