Formation Brewing Co
D°925 N 5th St, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2501460
Score based on 3 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
An inspection on Jun 10, 2026 found violations at the county's most serious (D-equivalent) level. Scores are held in the “Poor” band for 6 months after such events — until Dec 7, 2026, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works
Score over time
Inspection history3 on record
2026
Jun 10, 2026Routine3 priorityall corrected on siteD°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed double panning in prep table coolers.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked vegetable mix cold holding in ice bath next to prep line measured at 51F. PIC reported placing in ice bath less than 2 hours prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F 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. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked beans stored in walk in cooler datemarked 5/25. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed y-valve installed on mop sink connected to chemical dispenser. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 2nd Repeat Violation.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.12 (A) - Priority: Prohibiting a Cross Connection; Drinking Lines
Feb 18, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Facilities inspection. Discussed benefits and requirements for Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). Discussed ice utensil storage options. Discussed sanitizer test strip storage options for ease of use.
Inspector's notes
Observed y-valve installed on mop sink connecting to chemical dispenser. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. Chemical dispensers require a dedicated water supply. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.12 (A) - Priority: Prohibiting a Cross Connection; Drinking Lines
2025
Oct 27, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed dog-friendly patio sign, handwashing sink requirements and utilizing TPHC for TCS/RTE items.
Inspector's notes
Observed handwashing sink closest to the frying station blocked by a stainless steel serving cart at the time of inspection. 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. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. 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 cheddar cheese, cooked pickled onions and cut tomatoes at a temperature of 52 F stored in prep cooler directly in front of frying station at the time of inspection. Per PIC, items were stored in prep cooler overnight and were discarded at the time of inspection. Also observed cooked pizza dough with mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, chipotle ranch and sour cream at a temperature of 70 F and had been taken out of temperature control two hours prior to inspection. All TCS/RTE food items improperly cold held was relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. PIC was informed that 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed chemical dispenser installed on the mop sink downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →