Church's Chicken

3350 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85009
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Church's Chicken appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly two violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “cleaning, frequency and restrictions”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting Church's Chicken on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler door not sealing properly and hinges are severely damaged. Ensure to replace hinges to properly closed walk-in cooler door. Ensure to monitor temperature while repairs are made. Per operator, repairs are scheduled for today. Ensure to make repairs to handle in hot holding unit, screws are in disrepair
4-501.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leak under three compartment sink including under ice machine. Ensure to repair any leaks to prevent stagnant water. Ensure to repair loose faucet at three compartment sink
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed grease built up and old food debris in hard to reach areas of cook line and throughout facility. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize all areas and maintain as necessary
6-501.12
86
Feb 27, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed old food debris and grease throughout kitchen and prep areas. Operator agreed to deep clean floors and walls including equipment on a routine basis. Ensure to maintain all floor, walls and equipment clean to sight and touch
6-501.12
95
Sep 5, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Church's Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Church's Chicken on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains four 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 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Church's Chicken have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the 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 three times per year on average.