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Better Buzz Coffee Roasters

B°

1921 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe 85288

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2404802

Score based on 3 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

86
Good

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

10006020252026Jun 24, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 12, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 16, 2026 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)80
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history3 on record

2026

Jun 16, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed shipment receive procedures, provided test strip education, discussed vomit fecal cleanup procedures

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

Inspector's notes

Observed no drying provision at hand wash sink next to 3-compartment sink. Informed PIC that handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed stainless steel cleaner stored above 3-compartment sink and dishes at time of inspection. Informed PIC that chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. **2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION**

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage

Jan 12, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed proper handwashing procedures at time of inspectin. Discussed with PIC about placing vanilla and cinnamon cream on time as control at time of insepction. Provided time as control guidance documents at time of inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at 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

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed stainless steel cleaner stored above 3-compartment sink and dishes at time of inspection. Observed multiple chemical bottles stored on shelves with food containers throughout the establishment at time of inspection. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage

2025

Jun 24, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed. No violations noted at time of inspection. Discussed handwashing procedure and when to wash hands with person-in-charge. Ensure hands are washed for at least 20 seconds with soap and warm water and at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks.Establishment observed to be using hemp powder and B12 dietary supplements. Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/documents/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/adhs-kava-and-other-dietary-supplement-products-letter.pdf?v=06172025

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →