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5th Street Burger & Fries

1158 W Washington St, Tempe, AZ 85281
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2025, 5th Street Burger & Fries has six inspections in the public record. On Jan 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Tempe average 95, so 5th Street Burger & Fries is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 7, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with a CFPM at the establishment. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. PIC was informed that an employee with a CFPM must be at the facility during hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 22, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed expired quaternary test strips at the time of the inspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. PIC was informed that test strips are required at all times in order to properly test sanitizer levels. Repeat Violation: 2nd
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with a CFPM at the establishment. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. PIC was informed that an employee with a CFPM must be at the facility during hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed expired quaternary test strips at the time of the inspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. PIC was informed that test strips are required at all times in order to properly test sanitizer levels
4-302.14
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no written procedures for bodily fluids at the time of inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. PIC was informed to have either a spill kit or written procedures at the facility so that employees are aware of the cleaning process. PIC was handed written procedures for the clean up of bodily fluids
2-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with a CFPM at the establishment. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. PIC was informed that an employee with a CFPM must be at the facility during hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Handwashing sign not posted (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no sign in the women's restroom that instructs employees to wash their hands. 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. PIC was informed of the importance of hand washing signs and was handed a sign to place in the restroom
6-301.14
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed covered containers of shredded cheese in the reach in fridge located in the back area of the facility at a temperature of 50 F. Employee stated that they were prepped an hour ago. All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling. PIC was informed that in order for TCS items to cool properly they must be placed in fridge uncovered
3-501.15(B)
70
Jan 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 5th Street Burger & Fries last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 5th Street Burger & Fries on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 5th Street Burger & Fries?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at 5th Street Burger & Fries.

How does 5th Street Burger & Fries compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

5th Street Burger & Fries most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has 5th Street Burger & Fries' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at 5th Street Burger & Fries have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 5th Street Burger & Fries means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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