Cava

920 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288
Greek / Mediterranean
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Cava has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 2, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

Among Tempe restaurants, the typical score is 95; Cava is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee touch hair and hat before bagging pita bread without washing hands prior. 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
86
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed mechanical ware washing machine leaking large amounts of water onto the floor when in use and pooling near the back wall due to slanted floor. Informed PIC that the machine should not be used until it is brought back into good repair. Discussed the importance of proper machine maintenance, preventing pooled water, and preventing water damage to floors and walls with PIC. 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
95
Feb 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cava last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cava on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Cava compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Cava most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Cava's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cava have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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