Charley's Place

4324 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Charley's Place appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Compared to the broader Glendale restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 12, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed organic matter growth on deflector of ice machine. Surfaces are to be cleaned at regular intervals to prevent the build up of food or other debris

4-602.11(E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed cold water at hand sink had very low pressure and did not allow for hot water to be cooled to a comfortable temperature for hand washing. Correct faucet so hot and cold water is available for proper handwashing

5-205.15(B)

Feb 13, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Observed no test strips to monitor chlorine based sanitizer for dish washer in bar

4-302.14

System-Distribution, Delivery, and Retention

Inspector notes: Observed that faucets were off at hand sink in kitchen area of establishment. All other sinks had adequate water. Employees are currently washing hands at food prep sink. Hand washing may only be completed at hand sink. All sinks must have access to hot and cold water. Staff must wash, rinse sanitize food prep sink prior and after any food prep. Re-inspection to be completed on or before 2/13/2025 to verify hand sink has been repaired

5-104.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: During inspection it was observed that no staff on site had the Certified Food Protection Manager certification

2-102.12(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. In use utensils must be stored on an regularly cleaned and sanitized surface of container. Ice scoop was washed, rinsed and sanitized

3-304.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Replace missing VCT under hood, near water heater and under ice machine. Ensure drain lines from ice bin in bar area is braced to maintain 1 inch air gap above floor. Replace castor under freezer where a rolling/moving cart has been added. Repeat violations from OC inspection 8/6/2024

6-501.12

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Observed missing or non working lights in kitchen area - repeat violation

6-303.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charley's Place last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charley's Place on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Charley's Place compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Charley's Place most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Charley's Place's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charley's Place have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Charley's Place 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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