Cinnabon
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
74
Score
Cinnabon appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. Cinnabon was last inspected on Apr 13, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Cinnabon's latest score of 74 falls below the Tempe average of 95. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Toxic retail products not separated from food items
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two chemical spray bottles (Sanitizer and Windex) stored under the countertop with the nozzles aimed directly at the opened container of single use cups. Observed no signs of contamination with the single use cups. PIC stored the spray bottles with the other chemicals. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection
7-301.11
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a shut off valve on the hose at the mop sink. PIC removed the hose. PIC stated that she will replace it. Shut offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker
5-202.11(A)
74
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. PIC informed that they are in the process of obtaining to certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths stored in a quat sanitizer concentration of less than 150 ppm. Informed PIC that the wiping cloths need to be stored in sanitizer buckets with an approved concentration. Upon refilling the bucket, the automatic dispenser is not dispensing the correct concentration. Informed PIC that the buckets and three-compartment sink will need to be hand dosed. PIC agreed to hand dose until the dispenser is fixed. PIC hand dosed buckets and placed the wiping cloths in an approved sanitizer at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of testing the sanitizer concentration with PIC. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the hand sink in the back of the establishment leaking around the faucet fixture. Observed water spraying from the airgap of the sanitizer line with the three-compartment sink. Informed PIC that these fixtures need to be brought back into good repair. 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
5-205.15(B)
86
Jan 17, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that there needs to be a Certified Food Protection Manager available onsite during all hours of operation. PIC informed that they are in the process of getting theirs. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed stirring spoons for drinks sitting in lukewarm water, measuring at 91*F. PIC stated that they replace the hot water every hour for the spoons. Informed PIC that the in-use utensils need to be stored in water that is at least 135*F, or in running water. Instructed PIC to remove the utensils from the water and store at room temperature; utensils must then be cleaned every four hours. PIC correctly stored the in-use utensils at time of inspection. Suggested to PIC using a small counter heated pot to keep the water hot for the spoons to be stored in. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizer compartment of the three-compartment sink leaking a steady stream of water onto the floor when draining. PIC informed that it has been leaking for months. Bring plumbing back into good repair by next routine inspection. 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
5-205.15(B)
86
Jan 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed establishment using chlorine sanitizer in the three-compartment sink without test strips available. Informed PIC that they need to have test strips for any sanitizer used with food contact surfaces. Provide chlorine test strips prior to re-inspection. Discussed with PIC that if the switch back to quat, they need to have quat test strips. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that there needs to be a Certified Food Protection Manager available onsite during all hours of operation. PIC informed that they are in the process of getting theirs. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed stirring spoons for drinks sitting in lukewarm water, measuring at 91*F. PIC stated that they replace the hot water every hour for the spoons. Informed PIC that the in-use utensils need to be stored in water that is at least 135*F, or in running water. Instructed PIC to remove the utensils from the water and store at room temperature; utensils must then be cleaned every four hours. PIC correctly stored the in-use utensils at time of inspection. Suggested to PIC using a small counter heated pot to keep the water hot for the spoons to be stored in. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizer compartment of the three-compartment sink leaking a steady stream of water onto the floor when draining. PIC informed that it has been leaking for months. Bring plumbing back into good repair by next routine inspection. 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
5-205.15(B)
78
Aug 7, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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)
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cinnabon last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cinnabon on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cinnabon?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cinnabon.
How does Cinnabon compare to other restaurants in Tempe?
Cinnabon most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.
Has Cinnabon's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cinnabon have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cinnabon means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cinnabon inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cinnabon is inspected around three times per year on average.
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