Better Buzz Coffee Roasters

550 W Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Public records show five inspections at Better Buzz Coffee Roasters stretching back to 2024. Better Buzz Coffee Roasters was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “handwashing cleanser, availability” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Better Buzz Coffee Roasters' latest score of 82 falls below the Tempe average of 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Handwashing done in improper location (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee rinsing blender in dump sink and then start washing their hands in the dump sink in the front of house at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks

2-301.15

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at the hand washing sink next to the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Person in charge (PIC) provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Repeat violation: 2nd consecutive

6-301.11

Nov 14, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 4, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the hand wash sink by the three compartment sink and by the front register without soap. Also observed no paper towel at the hand wash sink by the three compartment sink. The person in charge (PIC) restocked all soap and paper towel. Discussed with PIC Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing, sinks are maintained as accessible and not blocked and hand wash sinks shall only be used for washing hands

6-301.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed flies throughout the facility in the front and the back prep area. Also observed ants on the counters by the drive thru window. Discussed with PIC establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection

6-501.111(C)

May 6, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

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

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Specialized processing method used without required variance (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Reduced Oxygen Packaging (ROP) in kegs of cold brew dated to be held for 5 days. Discussed with PIC ROP of a TCS item shall be held for 48 or less. Observed 1 keg made on 11/9 and per PIC it was kegged on the 10th. Discard date would have been the EOD on the 11th. Embargoed cold brew and PIC voluntarily discarded at time of inspection. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances. Per PIC procedures will be altered to hold ROP for 48 hours or less

3-502.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) a CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Better Buzz Coffee Roasters last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Better Buzz Coffee Roasters on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Better Buzz Coffee Roasters?

Across the inspection record, “handwashing cleanser, availability” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Better Buzz Coffee Roasters.

How does Better Buzz Coffee Roasters compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Better Buzz Coffee Roasters most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Better Buzz Coffee Roasters' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Better Buzz Coffee Roasters have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Better Buzz Coffee Roasters 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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