Cafe Morning Buzz

2540 S Val Vista Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Cafe Morning Buzz has been inspected 11 times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 27, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Gilbert restaurants (averaging 96), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed dirt, dust, and food debris throughout the kitchen's establishment, and under equipment. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM on site at 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)
90
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed establishment serving burgers, steaks, and eggs. Per PIC, those food items are cooked to order. There was no consumer advisory for the eggs, steaks, and burgers on the menu. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection
3-603.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provisions at the hand wash sink near the ice machine, and near the 3 compartment sink. PIC re-supplied hand wash sink with paper towels. Each handwashing sink must be provided with hand drying provisions at all times
6-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM on site at 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)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed dirt, dust, and food debris throughout the kitchen's establishment, and under equipment. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
74
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the kitchen a green bucket in the handwashing sink, and at the bar, the sink was used to dump a drink. Handwashing sinks are only to be for handwashing
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no food manager present in establishment while open and operating
2-102.12(A)
86
Oct 6, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager present in establishment while open and operating. Per kitchen manager, he is working on getting his but has not had much time to get it completed
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 23, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Per PIC, burgers are cooked to order but menu does not indicated they are per consumer advisory. Also discussed removing asterisk for the omelets and burritos and philly cheesesteak if not served cooked to order
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager present in establishment while open and operating. Per kitchen manager, he is working on getting his but has not had much time to get it completed
2-102.12(A)
86
Sep 2, 2025
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the walk in refrigerator, a bowl of raw chicken on top of a container of sauce and a container of tofu. PIC moved raw chicken to be next to these items. Foods shall be stored according to final cooking temperature, with ready to eat foods above raw foods
3-302.11(A1-2)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two pans of curry in the walk in refrigerator with temperatures of 47 and 56 degrees Fahrenheit. Per PIC, items were made the evening prior. Containers of curry were discarded. Foods shall be cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees F in 2 hours, and then from 70 degrees F to 41 degrees F in another 4 hours. Sent a cooling log by email to keep track of times and temperatures
3-501.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the kitchen, the handwashing sink near the 3 compartment sink was blocked with a trash can and had a dish soap dispenser in basin
5-205.11
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Per PIC, burgers are cooked to order but menu does not indicated they are per consumer advisory. Also discussed removing asterisk for the omelets and burritos and philly cheesesteak if not served cooked to order
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager present in establishment while open and operating. Per kitchen manager, he is working on getting his but has not had much time to get it completed
2-102.12(A)
58
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the walk in refrigerator, a bowl of raw chicken on top of a container of sauce and a container of tofu. PIC moved raw chicken to be next to these items. Foods shall be stored according to final cooking temperature, with ready to eat foods above raw foods
3-302.11(A1-2)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two pans of curry in the walk in refrigerator with temperatures of 47 and 56 degrees Fahrenheit. Per PIC, items were made the evening prior. Containers of curry were discarded. Foods shall be cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees F in 2 hours, and then from 70 degrees F to 41 degrees F in another 4 hours. Sent a cooling log by email to keep track of times and temperatures
3-501.14
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Per PIC, burgers are cooked to order but menu does not indicated they are per consumer advisory. Also discussed removing asterisk for the omelets and burritos and philly cheesesteak if not served cooked to order
3-603.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the kitchen, the handwashing sink near the 3 compartment sink was blocked with a trash can and had a dish soap dispenser in basin
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager present in establishment while open and operating. Per kitchen manager, he is working on getting his but has not had much time to get it completed
2-102.12(A)
58
Apr 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw marinated chicken being stored on top of a container of green sauce. PIC relocated chicken to be on the same shelf as other raw chicken products. Foods shall be stored according to final cooking temperature with ready to eat food/sauces on top shelves and raw chicken on the bottom shelves
3-302.11(A1-2)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Morning Buzz last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Morning Buzz on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Morning Buzz?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Cafe Morning Buzz.

How does Cafe Morning Buzz compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Cafe Morning Buzz most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Cafe Morning Buzz's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Morning Buzz have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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