Bikini Beans

3155 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 14, 2025

Score

Medium Risk Grade: B

Bikini Beans has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Oct 14, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 14, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed PIC use handwashing sink as a dump sink at the time of inspection. Handwashing sinks must be maintained so accessible at all times and not used for other purposes than handwashing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing

5-205.11

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no written procedures for vomit and diarrhea at the time of inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Provided PIC with Maricopa County handout via electronic means

2-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed roll-up window opened with air curtains turned off at the time of inspection. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Discussed with PIC turning air curtains on when window is open. PIC closed roll-up window at the time of inspection

6-202.15

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoops used for measuring milk sitting in a container of standing water on the counter at the time of inspection. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Feb 21, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. PIC stated they were in the process of obtaining certification. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Jun 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee handling personal items including a cell phone and then using tongs to place a customer sandwich into a paper bag without washing hands in between. 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. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection

2-301.14

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a bucket of sanitizer solution in the handsink in the front of the kitchen. Additionally observed two spray bottles of cleaning solution hanging from the rim of the back handsink. Had PIC move the sanitizer bucket and spray bottles out of the handsinks. Discussed with PIC that handsinks should be used only for handwashing to prevent contamination from dirty hands

5-205.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Manager said that no one on the premises was a Certified Food Protection Manager. Discussed with manager that a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed drain pipe from the ice machine sitting on the drain grill. Discussed with PIC that drain pipes should be at least 1 inch above sewage drains to prevent contamination if sewage were to overflow

5-205.15(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bikini Beans last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bikini Beans on file is from Oct 14, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bikini Beans?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bikini Beans.

How does Bikini Beans compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Bikini Beans most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Bikini Beans' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bikini Beans have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bikini Beans means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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