Black Rock Coffee Bar

8847 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Black Rock Coffee Bar, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 28, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

Looking across the full record, “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of bagels and pastries stored directly on floor of walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed gasket separating from cooler door in prep area. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
90
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 31, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available at the three compartment sink or any of the hand wash sinks in the establishment. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F. No hot water under pressure available within establishment, re-inspection in 24 hours
5-202.12(A)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written instructions to clean bodily fluids. Provided the person in charge with bodily fluid instructions via email
2-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed a substantial number of bees fly into the establishment through the back door, walk up window, and drive thru window. Observed no air curtain, self closing mechanism, or other means to prevent entry of insects at the back door or service windows. Discussed outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of pests
6-202.15
78
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written instructions or cleaning bodily fluids
2-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Black Rock Coffee Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Black Rock Coffee Bar on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Black Rock Coffee Bar?

Across the inspection record, “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Black Rock Coffee Bar.

How does Black Rock Coffee Bar compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Black Rock Coffee Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Black Rock Coffee Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Black Rock Coffee Bar have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Black Rock Coffee Bar 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 Black Rock Coffee Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Black Rock Coffee Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.