American Legion

1624 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2024, American Legion has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 22, 2026. 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.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which American Legion's 86 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Establishment does not have quaternary ammonium (quat) sanitizer test strips available for use with sanitizer product used at 3-compartment sink. Corresponding test strips are required for any sanitizer used for food contact surfaces

4-302.14

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed bags of chicken being thawed in a sink basin of still water. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Person in charge (PIC) emptied basin and bags of chicken in a bus tub to thaw submerged under cold running water

3-501.13

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 19, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cans of cheese sauce, condensed milk, and chicken broth stored directly on the floor in an exterior cabinet by the back room bar. Discussed proper food storage with PIC. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. PIC relocated all food products to a nearby shelf at time of inspection

3-305.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed small leak coming from faucet neck of the 3-comp sink located in the front bar. Discussed the importance of routine maintenance with PIC. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Aug 14, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 24, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed caulking for the mop sink to be missing, cracked, or otherwise in disrepair, rendering the area neither smooth nor easily cleanable. Re-seal to ensure the area is smooth, easily cleanable and prevents water seepage. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 13, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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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 Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does American Legion compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

American Legion most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

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.

How often is American Legion inspected?

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

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