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10401 W Thunderbird Blvd Sun, Sun City, AZ 85351
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License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

The health department has logged eight inspections at Banner, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 3, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Looking across the full record, “fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Sun City average 98, so Banner trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
3-501.15(B)
95
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: NO paper towels supplied at the hand washing sink at the dish room. PIC called EVS and the paper towel dispenser was stocked at time of inspection. Hand drying towels must always be available at all hand washing sinks. Residual moisture on the hands can increase the level of touch-contact associated bacterial transfer following handwashing
6-301.12
90
Jun 11, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed sliced ham, sliced roast beef, pasta salad and tuna being cooled with lids on inside the reach-in coolers in the pantry area. All products were within proper cooling parameters. All products were relocated to walk-in cooler where they were stored with lids slightly ajar to facilitate rapid cooing. Discussed importance of air circulation during the cooling process. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means
3-501.15(B)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Countertop at action station needs re-caulked against wall. fixed equipment shall be sealed to wall to ensure proper cleaning. PIC stated that they will submit a work order
4-402.11
90
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: Establishment is undergoing plumbing repairs in cafeteria; they have makeshift stations to served food in dining room area and no handwashing sink within 25ft or visible to the 3 stations currently set-up. There is an action station, salad bar/soup area, and the hot line. All holding units were working properly and each station was supplied with sanitizer solutions. PIC stated that they will acquire a portable hand washing station prior to re-inspection
5-203.11
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed sliced ham, sliced roast beef, pasta salad and tuna being cooled with lids on inside the reach-in coolers in the pantry area. All products were within proper cooling parameters. All products were relocated to walk-in cooler where they were stored with lids slightly ajar to facilitate rapid cooing. Discussed importance of air circulation during the cooling process. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means
3-501.15(B)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Countertop at action station needs re-caulked against wall. fixed equipment shall be sealed to wall to ensure proper cleaning. PIC stated that they will submit a work order
4-402.11
82
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Countertop at action station needs re-caulked against wall. fixed equipment shall be sealed to wall to ensure proper cleaning. PIC stated that they will submit a work order
4-402.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Areas around soda nozzles and where ice dispenses at soda machines observed with organic matter build-up. Advised PIC to clean these areas at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of residue
4-602.13
90
Oct 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed uneven, chipped, and broken wall tiles throughout the kitchen. Advised person in charge (PIC) that wall tiles must be maintained in good repair to ensure walls are smooth and easily cleanable
6-201.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed excessive dust build up around one of the ceiling vents at prep area. Non food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation dust buildup. Doing so will prevent the potential contamination from dust particles falling into food or food contact surfaces
4-602.13
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Banner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Banner on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Banner?

Across the inspection record, “fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Banner.

How does Banner compare to other restaurants in Sun City?

Banner most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Sun City average of 98.

Has Banner's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Banner have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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