By the Bucket on Cave Creek

18409 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, By the Bucket on Cave Creek has four inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The most recent visit was on Apr 17, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting By the Bucket on Cave Creek on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed meat marinara sauce 104*F in hot holding table at the time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Per PIC, TCS sauce was made over two hours prior to the time of inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
86
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 14, 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. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was By the Bucket on Cave Creek last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at By the Bucket on Cave Creek on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does By the Bucket on Cave Creek compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

By the Bucket on Cave Creek most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has By the Bucket on Cave Creek's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at By the Bucket on Cave Creek have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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