Ccs on Central
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Ccs on Central, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
“Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed dried food debris inside the basin of both designated hand sinks in the food prep area and the cookline. Discussed the importance of maintaining all designated hand sinks free from obstruction and to dump food in the trash or in dump sinks. 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. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following TCS food products with date mark timeframes passing 7 total days: alfredo sauce(3/1), and refried beans (2/28). Per PIC, a new employee was dating food incorrectly and will be trained on the establishment's date-marking system. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed floor drain underneath the main prep table on the cookline unable to drain at time of inspection, resulting in a small pool of sewage collecting in the floor sink. PIC called a plumber to snake the drain at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of keeping all drains clear and open to properly discharge sewage with PIC. Plumber arrived onsite to snake the drain about 1 hour into the inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
78
Oct 1, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed table mounted can opener with visible dried food debris. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw white onions in a bag on the floor outside of walk-in cooler. PIC moved onions to dry storage shelf. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises
3-305.11
86
Aug 19, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked noodles in walk in fridge with an internal temperature of 100F. Person in charge states that noodles were cooked about three to four hours ago. Had person in charge reheat food back up to 165F to restart the process. Person in charge states that when noodles are done cooking ice is added as an ingredient but was not added this time
3-501.14
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed cheese, cut cabbage, cut tomatoes, red beans, smoked sausage, and potato salad with an internal temperature of 46F. Reach in cookline fridge found to have an internal temperature of 47F. Person in charge states that TCS items were put there an hour a go. Had person in charge put ice and water under TCS items to rapid cool it to 41F
4-301.11
78
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed drain lines from ice machine leaning into the floor sink. Advised Person in charge (PIC) to prop up drain lines to ensure one inch minimum air gap above the floor sink flood rim. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-202.13
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizing bay with Quaternary Ammonium testing at 0PPM. Asked Person in charge (PIC) when the sanitizer bay was made. PIC stated it was made earlier in the day. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. PIC refilled and tested sanitizer bay to rewash the dishes
4-501.114(A-E)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed reach in cooler opposite of flat top grill unable to maintain a temperature of 41F or below. Instructed Person in charge (PIC) to not use cooler until it can maintain proper temperature. 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
70
Oct 17, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed metal pan of cooked bacon (not of crisp texture) measured at 88'F placed on food prep table located by cook line. PIC stated bacon was cooked more than 2 hours prior. Establishment does not use time as control for bacon in question, per PIC. PIC stated bacon is not hot-held at 135'F for quality purposes. Suggested PIC use time as control for cooked bacon to keep preferred quality of texture while ensuring food safety. All TCS foods improperly hot held were discarded by PIC at 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
3-501.16(A)(1)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed menu at establishment offering made-to-order over-easy eggs with no consumer advisory indicated on menu items. Consumer advisory reminder statement with asterisk indicator is present on menu yet advised menu items not observed to be indicated by asterisk. 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. Ensure menu is updated accordingly prior to reinspection on 10/10/24
3-603.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed standing water and excess ice spillage on flooring from ice machine located by handwashing sink in kitchen. PIC stated ice machine's fill-line detection sensor is in disrepair. 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
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ccs on Central last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ccs on Central on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ccs on Central?
Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ccs on Central.
How does Ccs on Central compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Ccs on Central most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Ccs on Central's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ccs on Central have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ccs on Central means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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