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Auntie Anne's Pretzels

B°

5000 S Arizona Mills Cir, Tempe 85282

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-81262

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

92
Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Oct 19, 2023 — Routine — score 71 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 4 core)Apr 5, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Sep 27, 2024 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Mar 24, 2025 — Routine — score 92 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Apr 3, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Sep 2, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 20, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Aug 19, 2026 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)85
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Aug 19, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed TAC policy and trashcans for employee restrooms. Emailed TAC procedure.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed mini hot dogs and opened bag of shredded parmesan cheese at 70*F - 75*F in reach in. Per PIC, food had been taken in and out of reach in more then 4 hours prior. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

Apr 20, 2026Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site at the 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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed air break at the drainpipe of the 3-compartment sink. An air gap of at least 1 inch is required at all times. Discussed with PIC the importance of maintaining plumbing in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore5-501.17

Inspector's notes

Observed no lid on the trash can in the employee unisex bathroom. Uni-sex and female toilet rooms require a covered waste receptacle. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

2025

Sep 2, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed the drainpipe for the prep sink below the flood rim of the floor drain. Informed PIC that there needs to be at least a one-inch airgap between the outlet of the pipe and the top of the floor drain. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Apr 3, 2025Re-Inspection3 coreA°

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a Certified Food Protection Manager needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. 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. ****** 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

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-101.19

Inspector's notes

Observed the bottoms of the white cupboards and shelving where flour, sauces, flavorings, and other supplies are stored with cracks and pieces missing, exposing the particle board underneath. Informed PIC that these surfaces need to be brought back into good repair so that they are smooth, nonabsorbent, and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-101.19 - Core: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces

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

Inspector's notes

Observed a large amount of food debris and oil behind the oven in the front area of the establishment. Informed PIC that this area needs to be cleaned and continue to be cleaned at a rate which precludes the accumulation of dirt and food debris. 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. ****** 2nd Consecutive Violation ******

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Mar 24, 2025Routine1 foundation3 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a Certified Food Protection Manager needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. 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. ****** 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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-202.12

Inspector's notes

Observed the bathroom hand sink to have a slow water stream and a maximum hot water temperature of 77*F. Informed PIC that the hand sink needs to be supplied with hot water of at least 100*F at all times. Provide hot water of at least 100*F prior to reinspection. 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: Correct prior to re-inspection on 4/3/2024.

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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-101.19

Inspector's notes

Observed the bottoms of the white cupboards and shelving where flour, sauces, flavorings, and other supplies are stored with cracks and pieces missing, exposing the particle board underneath. Informed PIC that these surfaces need to be brought back into good repair so that they are smooth, nonabsorbent, and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-101.19 - Core: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces

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

Inspector's notes

Observed a large amount of food debris and oil behind the oven in the front area of the establishment. Informed PIC that this area needs to be cleaned and continue to be cleaned at a rate which precludes the accumulation of dirt and food debris. 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. ****** 2nd Consecutive Violation ******

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2024

Sep 27, 2024Routine4 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that at least one Certified Food Protection Manager needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. 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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed black organic matter on the inside of the soda machine nozzles. Informed PIC that the nozzles are a food surface and need to be clean to sight and touch. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed the front hand sink to be out of service due to a rusted hole causing a leak in the drainpipe. Food employee stated it has been out of service for about a month. PIC stated that it should be fixed within the next few days. Hand sink in the back prep area is within the twenty-five-foot requirement. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

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

Inspector's notes

Observed food and other debris underneath the equipment in the back prep room. Informed PIC that this area needs to be cleaned and continue to be cleaned at a rate which precludes the accumulation of dirt, debris, and organic matter. 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

Apr 5, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [6], [2-301.14], 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.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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Courtney Smith

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: 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.-- Observed food employee handle money from customers then begins scooping ice and prepping drinks without first washing their hands and without gloves. Also observed food employee touch glasses and wipe down surfaces then proceed to handle open food without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with PIC. Hands must be washed after touching face or any part of the body and after sanitizing surfaces before handling food items or drinks. initiate a task that involves working with food and after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. Food employee washed hands for 20 seconds at time of inspection before continuing to fill drink orders and handling food. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

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

Repeat Violation 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 hand drying provisions at back hand wash sink near mop sink. PIC did not have any more paper towels for hand wash sink dispenser, but provided some napkins. Each handwashing sink must be provided with hand drying provisions at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCounty code (MCEHC)6-501.11

6-501.11, C – Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods -- Observed cracks and missing tiles near the floor drain for dough water. Physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Must repair prior to next routine inspection Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Oct 19, 2023Routine1 priority2 foundation4 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had one Priority, two Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed report to Gary.Reviewed illness policy with the manager.Please ensure a currently certified food manager is present whenever food is handled. All other food employees require a current food handler certification within 30 days of hire. 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.Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: DC-RLC corrected violation 4,Signer: Gary McClinton

#6 — Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco UseCore2-401.11

Core-2-401.11, C: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco.....Employee drink stored on the ice machine and employee backpack stored hanging on the bag-in-box rack. Manager removed items to proper storage away from food available for service. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: When to Wash.........Employee returned from the restroom and put on gloves to handle open food without washing hands. Employee wearing gloves touched their eyeglasses and continued without washing hands. Had employees wash hands and put on clean gloves. Reviewed required hand washing/glove use with the manager. 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

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

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision....No paper towels at the back hand washing sink. Manager 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,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking......Open container of hot dogs in the reach-in not dated and opened hot dogs marked with a date 17 days ago. Manager stated the hot dogs had been opened one to two days ago and the date mark was an old one that had not been removed during dishwashing. Manager determined the correct discard dates and marked the containers. Reviewed proper date marking with the manager. 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. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage...The ice scoop stored inside the ice machine with the handle buried in the ice. Manager removed the scoop to proper storage and discarded the ice. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#45 — Single-Use/Single-Service Articles; Properly Stored, UsedCore4-903.11

Core-4-903.11(A) and (C), C: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items......Several stacks of unwrapped to-go cups stored at the hand washing sink. Employee removed them to proper storage. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment.....A piece of cardboard wrapped in tin foil is currently being used as a door on the hot display case. Manager stated the door had broken two days before and the replacement is on order. The replacement door arrived during the time of inspection. Please install the new door. All food equipment must be non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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