Top Fuel Espresso
A1602 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe 85288
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-91314
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
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Inspection history8 on record
2026
May 5, 2026Routine2 coreA
Discussed sanitizer buckets and testing strips.
Inspector's notes
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
Inspector's notes
Observed 3 compartment sink set up as rinse, wash, sanitize. Please ensure 3 compartment sink is set up as, wash, rinse, sanitize to ensure as much food particles as possible has been removed from the dishes for effective sanitizing. Employee set up 3-comp sink as wash, rinse, and sanitize. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-603.16 - Core: Rinsing Procedures
2025
Aug 18, 2025Routine1 priority5 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed. Advised PIC to maintain handwashing sink's hot water supply to better service hot water quickly for future operations.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager on duty. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Advised PIC the importance of certification. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed employee's drinks and lunch on the top shelf above TCS foods in the fridge. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Advised PIC that employee drinks may be stored in coolers as long as they are isolated and stored away from service item foods. PIC stated to reorganize the shelf space and place employee items on the bottom rack. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Observed only one handwashing sink with soap and paper towels, but no signage. 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. Advised PIC to put signage for dedicated handwashing stations prior to next routine inspection. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed primary ice bin with white organic matter in the inside roofing and green organic matter on the ledges of the sliding compartment door. PIC observed and confirmed the presence of organic matter. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment, a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of organic matter and at least once every 24 hours. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed quaternary ammonia in a spray bottle in which PIC stated is used to clean prep service stations. Tested solution in the bottle with test strips and readings were above 500ppm. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Advised PIC to use testing devices to dilute quaternary ammonia to acceptable concentrations for use when needed. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-202.12 (A-B) - Priority: Conditions of Use
Inspector's notes
Observed damp wiping clothes hanging off racks and around handwashing station. PIC stated they were airdrying at the time of inspection. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping clothes were moved away from racks and handwashing station area. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-901.12 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location
Jan 22, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed facility without a certified food manager present during hours of operation.
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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 Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed facility without a clean up of vomiting and diarrheal instructions.
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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. Predefined Comment: Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Inspector provided facility with a copy of vomiting and diarrheal instructions.
2024
May 17, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Routine Report was 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: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Samantha Barbour
Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers. Observed underneath three compartment sink chemical bottle without common label name of bleach. Chemical not in the original container shall be labeled with common name of chemical on the bottle. PIC labeled the chemical bottle bleach. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Jan 19, 2024Routine1 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Routine Inspection was 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,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Haley Hongslo
Core-3-302.12, C: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food>>Observed white coffee container on top of the reach in cooler located in the front facility without a common label name.>>Food product that is not in the original container shall be labeled with the common name of the food product.>>Label container with common label name of food product.>>Correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Aug 3, 2023Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have NOT been corrected. Re-Inspection will take place by Monday August 14, 2023.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Lexis McAllister
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: 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. Observed no sanitizer test strips available to test sanitizer solutions. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L (ppm) of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Accurate test kit/ device must be available. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Aug 3, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.Availability of sanitizer test strips was verified through digital images provided by the operator. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Jul 24, 2023Routine2 foundationB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 3 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerObserved no certified food protection manager onsite at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge about obtaining certification and provided resource link.https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-RestaurantsPriority Foundation-2-501.11, Pf: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsObserved no bodily fluid clean up kit or written policy for vomit and diarrheal events. Provided the person in charge vomit and diarrhea plan guidance and resource link.https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-ResourcesNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.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,Signer: Lexis McAllister
Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking. 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. Observed several TCS food items (time/temperature control foods) with no date marking. Food items included ready to eat breakfast burritos with eggs and meat and containers of mixed cream cheese. The person in charge stated the burritos had been prepared 5 days ago and the cream cheese over 24 hours ago. Person in charge added correct datemarks to products. Discussed proper date marking with the person in charge. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: 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. Observed no sanitizer test strips available to test sanitizer solutions. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L (ppm) of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Accurate test kit/ device must be available. Spoke to the person in charge about obtaining sanitizer test strips prior to reinspection on August 3, 2023 (10 days). Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
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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 →