American Legion

1018 S Meridian Rd Apache, Apache Junction, AZ 85120

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, American Legion has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Apache Junction restaurants, the typical score is 94; American Legion is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 11, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed opened bags of lettuce with no date marks. Observed opened container of cooked hashbrown potatoes with no date mark. According to employee, items have been opened for less than 7 days. All opened, ready-to-eat TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods must be date marked within 24 hours of opening/prep. Items were labeled at time of inspection

3-501.17

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed bowl inside of coleslaw container being used as a utensil. All utensils must have a handle to prevent contamination

3-304.12

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded

Inspector notes: Observed pico de gallo 10/31 in walk-in cooler more than 7 days past discard date

3-501.18

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed several foods stored directly on floor in walk-in cooler. Please keep all foods 6 inches directly above floor

3-305.11

Aug 15, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Observed raw breaded chicken stored directly above smoked chicken and raw shelled eggs stored above potatoes in walk-in cooler

3-302.11(A1-2)

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded

Inspector notes: Observed open container of pre-packaged hard boiled eggs dated 8/6 (3 days past discard date). Also observed cooked bacon in reach-in cooler 8/8 (1 day past discard date)

3-501.18

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Observed deli slicer back blade area with accumulation of debris. PIC disassembled to be washed rinse and sanitized at time of inspection. Discussed covering deli slicer to prevent contamination

4-601.11(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

Inspector notes: Observed employee personal beverages stored throughout the kitchen

2-401.11

May 29, 2025

Food AMC Trainings

No violations found.

100

May 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed deli slicer with accumulation of dried up tomatoes on food contact surfaces. According to PIC, deli slicer was used day prior to inspection and was set aside to be washed, rinsed and sanitized

4-602.11(A-D)

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed reach-in cooler with an internal temperature of 65*F. It was determined a can of whipped cream was blocking air flow and once moved unit temperature dropped to 41*f. Please monitor regularly to ensure proper temperatures are maintained for cold holding equipment

4-301.11

Precleaning

Inspector notes: Observed several containers used for sauces with residue from day dots. Please Discussed importance of removing day dots after warewashing

4-603.12

Dec 11, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed gravy in deep pan more than 4 inches high and with lid cooling in walk-in cooler at 145*F. PIC moved gravy to shallow pan to allow proper cooling. Discussed proper cooling methods with PIC

3-501.15(A)

Sep 10, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation

Inspector notes: Observed mechanical dishwashing machine dispensing 0 PPM of chlorine at time of inspection actively being used. PIC made a service call at time of inspection. Please test regularly to ensure proper levels are maintained at all times. Three compartment sink will be used until repairs are made

4-501.114(F1-2)

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was American Legion last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at American Legion on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at American Legion?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at American Legion.

How does American Legion compare to other restaurants in Apache Junction?

American Legion most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Apache Junction average of 94.

Has American Legion's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at American Legion have averaged around two violations 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.

How often is American Legion inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, American Legion is inspected around five times per year on average.

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