Church's Chicken

3150 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Church's Chicken stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Phoenix restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed grease accumulation on floor and wall near friers. Observed food and grease accumulation along walls on floor in kitchen. 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

Mar 9, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed live cockroach on outside of main entrance door. Observed live cockroach on floor near small walk in door. Reviewed pest control receipts with PIC. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection

6-501.111(C)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager 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)

Aug 19, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed ice machine with black organic matter build up. Ice machines shall be cleaned per manufacture recommendations and frequently enough to prevent build up

4-602.11(E)

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed sandwich prep fridge unit to have an ambient temperature of 50.7*F. Establishment has other properly working refrigeration units. Sandwich fridge stored tartar sauce, mayo, jalapenos, and coleslaw. Instructed person in charge to not store any TCS items in fridge until repaired. Coleslaw was put in unit within an hour prior to inspection and moved to alternative fridge. 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

Sep 17, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 6, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2024

Reinspection

1 major violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed live german cockroaches in the dining room area and the storage closet located in the main kitchen area. Also observed several traps to be full of dead cockroaches underneath the soda syrups in the back office area. Establishment was able to demonstrate pest control invoice dated 8/22/2024 at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of pest control with PIC. Eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection on 9/5/2024. **4th Consecutive Violation**

6-501.111(C)

Aug 15, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spray can of insect killer stored with other chemicals in back of kitchen

7-202.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed several live roaches throughout kitchen and restrooms

6-501.111(C)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Church's Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Church's Chicken on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Church's Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Church's Chicken.

How does Church's Chicken compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Church's Chicken most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Church's Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Church's Chicken inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Church's Chicken is inspected around five times per year on average.

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