Sonesta ES Suites
A°5075 S Priest Dr, Tempe 85282
Food Establishment · Permit FD-81670
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
Jan 14, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
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2025
Jul 31, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Inspector's notes
Observed the sanitizer dispenser at the two-compartment sink leaking from under the dispenser cover. Informed PIC that the dispenser should not be leaking and need to be brought back into good repair. Observed the drain plug lever for the left compartment at the two-compartment sink unable to plug the sink. Informed PIC that this equipment needs to be repair so that is it properly functioning or a rubber drain cover may be obtained. 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
Jul 21, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed the sanitizer dispenser at the two-compartment sink leaking from under the dispenser cover. Informed PIC that the dispenser should not be leaking and need to be brought back into good repair. Observed the drain plug lever for the left compartment at the two-compartment sink unable to plug the sink. Informed PIC that this equipment needs to be repair so that is it properly functioning or a rubber drain cover may be obtained. 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
Inspector's notes
Upon reinspection, quat test strips have not been obtained. PIC informed that they have been ordered and have not arrived yet. Must obtain quat test strips prior to reinspection on 7/31/2025. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 7/31/2025. ***** 2nd Consecutive Violation *****
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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.
Jul 11, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. Discussed with PIC and employee that dishes need to be washed, rinsed, and then sanitized. Quat sanitizer requires a contact time of 30 seconds.
Inspector's notes
Observed the forks, knives, and spoons available for consumer self-service with the food contact surfaces facing upward. Informed PIC that all tableware available for consumer self-service needs to be displayed with the handle upwards to prevent contamination of the food contact surfaces. PIC discussed this with employee. Employee properly stored the tableware at time of inspection. Knives, forks, and spoons that are not prewrapped shall be presented so that only the handles are touched by employees and by consumers if consumer self-service is provided. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-904.11 - Core: Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination; Utensils, Equipment and Linens
Inspector's notes
Observed the establishment using quat sanitizer without any test strips available on the premises. Informed PIC that test strips are necessary for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Must obtain quat test strips prior to reinspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 7/21/2025.
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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed the sanitizer dispenser at the two-compartment sink leaking from under the dispenser cover. Informed PIC that the dispenser should not be leaking and need to be brought back into good repair. Observed the drain plug lever for the left compartment at the two-compartment sink unable to plug the sink. Informed PIC that this equipment needs to be repair so that is it properly functioning or a rubber drain cover may be obtained. 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
Jan 29, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No food preparation or cooking was happening at time of inspection. A facilities inspection was conducted.
2024
Sep 11, 2024Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed orange and yellow discoloration and buildup on the walls and ceiling above the corner oven. Observed black discoloration and matter on the wall underneath the ware washing area. Informed PIC that these areas need to be cleaned and continue to be cleaned at a rate which precludes the accumulation of organic matter, dirt, and 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. 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Addl Notes: Observed multiple holes in the wall underneath the ware washing station. Informed PIC that the wall needs to be repaired so that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Discussed the importance of keeping the physical facility in good repair with PIC. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair 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
Mar 14, 2024Routine1 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation 1 core violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed to GM.****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: Katrina Salas, GM
Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Cabinet where food utensils stored and prepping counter observed in disrepair. Please replace cabinet as soon as possible prior to next inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Aug 16, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed storage of trash receptacles with PIC.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Zachary F.
This address holds 2 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →