BONFIRE CRAFT KITCHEN and TAP HOUSE
A°1617 W Warner Rd, Tempe 85284
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-88512
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
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Inspection history11 on record
2026
Jul 1, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.
Apr 2, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Establishment has been using an outdoor smoker. Reviewed procedures with manager. Instructed establishment to apply for a remodel if they would like to continue using the outdoor smoker. Predefined Comment: Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home.
2025
Nov 12, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
3RD REPEAT VIOLATION In the tall, upright hot box observed 2 containers of cheese sauce at 105*F - 115*F. Per manager and employees, foods were prepared hot about an hour prior and placed into the hot box to hold hot until needed on the prep line. Cheese sauces were reheated above 165*F and placed back in the same hot box. The hot box was holding at 184*F on inspector's min/max thermometer. Discussed areas of improvement in procedures to prevent hot holding issues in the future. Recommended a training visit to owner.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the keg walk in cooler, observed a large, deep, plastic container of cheese sauce at 98*F after an hour of cooling. Reviewed proper cooling methods with owner and prep staff. Cheese sauce was moved to shallow metal pans to finish cooling.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Aug 18, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Instructed establishment to replace the gaskets on the walk in cooler and freezer. Instructed establishment to repair the leaking handwashing sink in the dishwashing area.
Inspector's notes
In the dishwashing area, observed steel wool and scrappers stored in the sink basin. At the server station, observed a handwashing sink with ice in the basin. All handwashing sinks must only be used for handwashing and cannot be used to store dishwashing equipment or dumping drinks. Manager had sinks cleared of other items. 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.
Inspector's notes
This is the 2nd repeat violation. In the hot holding box, observed baked beans at 115-125*F. Per chef, Beans were reheated to 165*F and placed in the unit to hot hold. Beans had been in the box for approximately 20 minutes so they were reheated to 165*F again before going back to hot holding. In a stand alone hot holding container, observed a large container of cheese sauce at 110*F. Per chef this item was also reheated to 165*F and placed in unit to hot hold. Cheese sauce was reheated back to 165*F and placed back in hot holding container.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
May 1, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the hot holding box observed gumbo at 105*F and cooked mashed potatoes at 120*F. In the hot holding well by the fryers, observed buffalo chicken at 120*F. Per manager, the foods had been fully reheated and placed in the units to hot hold. Foods had been in the units for 20-30 minutes. Foods were reheated to 165*F and placed back in units to hot hold.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
2024
Dec 4, 2024Routine1 foundation2 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed leak from faucet of handwashing sink located next to the back prep area. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed no written procedure for cleaning up vomiting and diarrheal events is in place. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Person-in-charge (PIC) was emailed a written policy for cleaning up vomiting and diarrheal events. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed handwashing sink located at the server station with no handwashing signage requiring food employees to wash hands. Per PIC, food employees regularly use the handwashing sink at the server station. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-301.14 - Core: Handwashing Signage. 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.
Jul 25, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Inspector's notes
Observed employee in the cook linke picking up a fry from the ground, throwing it away, then proceeding to add gloves and restock the french fries. Observed employee at bar area pick up a cup from the ground, threw it away, then didn't wash hands going to other food tasks in the kitchen. Manager had employees immediately wash hands. Ensure that hand washing is occurring going from dirty to clean tasks in the kitchen. Talked to manager about hand washing policy. 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. Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed hand sink in dish pit with dirty dishes stored in front, and blocking the hand sink. Observed ice was being dumped in the hand sink just before the bar area. Items were removed. Ensure that hand sinks are open and accessible for handwashing use at all times. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed buttter, and pizza slicer stored on a counter. Asked staff when it was put in use, and the time was not documented. Talked to staff about time control documentation. Ensure that food utensils touching TCS foods stored at room temperature are not kept out for more than 4 hours, and it is recorded using your system. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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.
Feb 21, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about dog friendly patio, outer openings and air curtains staying on, test strip types, and hood area lighting and nozzles.Confirmed email with manager.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: Not Participating,Signer: David Lindsley
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. ---Observed 0 ppm bleach at main dishwasher and bar dishwasher. Obtained 50 ppm bleach at bar dishwasher, at set the 3 compartment sink at 200 ppm quat in the dish pit. Ensure that all bleach dishwashers are set at 50-100 ppm bleach at all times. Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. ---Observed large build up of organic matter in the ice machine in the back by the dish pit. Ensure that all ice bins are cleaned to avoid build up of organic matter. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Nov 7, 2023Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed email with manager.**Talked to manager about new outdoor cooking operations, emailed application for minor remodel.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: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-RLC ,Signer: Kevin Walsh
Core-2-401.11, C: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco ---Observed employee eating in the bar area. Talked to manager. Ensure that employees take their meal breaks outside the food prep areas. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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. ---Observed plastic cup stored inside hand sink basin just outside the bar area. Manager removed the cup. Ensure that nothing is stored in a hand sink, and it is only used for hand washing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. ---Observed organic matter build up inside the ice machine. Talked to manager about cleaning frequency. Ensure that ice bin is cleaned often enough to avoid build up of organic matter inside basin. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →