Church's Chicken

6260 S 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Church's Chicken appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 19, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Church's Chicken's 82 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 19, 2026

Routine

4 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no employee with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations, every shift and time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed no air curtain or self-closing window at drive-thru window. Discussed with PIC that prevention of pests entering facility is required

6-202.15

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms

5-501.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed missing plastic curtains in walk-in refrigerator and broken & missing tiles through kitchen area and prep area. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be maintained in good repair, smooth and cleanable at all times

6-501.11

Jun 12, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leaky faucet at 3 compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing is required to be in good condition

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed broken latch on walk-in cooler door, plastic curtains with food debris build up and some plastic curtains missing in walk-in cooler and torn seal on walk-in freezer door. Discussed with PIC that fixtures and equipment need to be smooth, cleanable and in good repair

6-501.11

Feb 24, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of ice on freezer door, seal is peeling and leaky faucet at 3 compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that all equipment must be in good repair

4-501.11

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker at mop sink leaking when faucet is turned on, per PIC they are waiting to receive parts before fixing. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Observed Y-valve connected to mop sink faucet, Discussed with PIC that Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. Please remove Y-valve prior to next inspection

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed plastic wall paneling next to 3-compartment sink separating from wall leaving a gap running horizontally from the corner to 3-compartemnt sink. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Church's Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Church's Chicken on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited three 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 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

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

No. Recent inspections at Church's Chicken have averaged around four violations per visit, up 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.

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