American Legion

16837 E Parkview Ave Fountain, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Bar / Pub
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at American Legion stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 5, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

By comparison, the average Fountain Hills facility scores 92, putting American Legion on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the walk-in cooler, observed several pans of frozen raw fish (for fish fry) thawing on open shelving over boxes of produce and bottled beverages. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
86
May 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed mold growth on deflector in the ice maker. Clean/sanitize more frequently
4-602.11(E)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: In front kitchen, observed microwave oven handle cracked and taped together. Maintain all equipment in good repair as needed
4-501.11
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was American Legion last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at American Legion on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does American Legion compare to other restaurants in Fountain Hills?

American Legion most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Fountain Hills average of 92.

Has American Legion's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at American Legion have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at American Legion means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.