PlateScore

Black Rock Coffee

A

13648 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix 85032

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-80460

Score based on 5 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202420252026May 7, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 3, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 9, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 20, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)May 7, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history5 on record

2026

May 7, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided vomit and diarrhea clean up procedures at the time of inspection, discussed when to wash hands, handwashing sink on the line was permitted for handwashing, not as dump sink

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

Inspector's notes

Observed spoons being stored in standing water that measured 62*F on a calibrated probe thermometer. 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. PIC drained water and all in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. *Consecutive repeat violation: 3rd. *

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

2025

Oct 20, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with PIC: cleaning frequency of TCS food contact surfaces

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

Inspector's notes

Observed handwashing sink on the line by the drive thru window with no paper towels at the 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. PIC 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed spoons being stored in standing water that measured 68.7*F on a calibrated probe thermometer. 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. Consecutive repeat: 2nd. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

Apr 9, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussion included: handwash sink usage; spray nozzle usage.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. PIC stated they were in the process of obtaining certificate. 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. Repeat Violation: 2nd consecutive violation.

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Repeat Violation 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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed whisks and spoons being stored in water that measured 68*F on a calibrated probe thermometer. 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. Had PIC change water; water measured 171*F. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

2024

Sep 3, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed:- Increasing frequency at which sanitizer concentration levels in sanitizer buckets are checked.- MCESD's guidelines on creating a vomit and diarrheal incident cleanup plan; PIC was given handout.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time 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

May 7, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Review sanitizer use and testing in the 3 compartment sink and the wiping cloth buckets.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Carson Gladden

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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 →