Carl's Jr

13335 W Grand Ave, Surprise, AZ 85374
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Carl's Jr four times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Sep 30, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

That's lower than the typical Surprise restaurant, which scores around 98. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Breakfast sausage observed cooling (100*F) in a saran wrap covered container in walk-in cooler. The saran wrap was removed to facilitate rapid cooling. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Corrected at time of inspection
3-501.15(B)
95
May 22, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: -- Handwash station near char-broiler did not have paper towels available for hand drying. 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. The person in charge (PIC) stated they were out of paper towels to restock the dispenser, and they are expecting a delivery tomorrow (5/13/25). Provide proof of paper towels available for all hand wash sinks prior to 10-day re-inspection. The establishment has 2 additional hand sinks available in kitchen to continue operating safely while they await delivery
6-301.12
90
Sep 30, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carl's Jr last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carl's Jr on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Carl's Jr compare to other restaurants in Surprise?

Carl's Jr most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Surprise average of 98.

Has Carl's Jr's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carl's Jr have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Carl's Jr means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.