City Bistro

1850 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at City Bistro, the earliest from 2024. On Jan 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting City Bistro on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a concentration of 0 PPM chlorine sanitizer being dispensed from mechanical dishwasher unit located in the ware-washing area. PIC put in a work order to have the unit serviced at time of inspection. PIC will discontinue use of the dishwasher and set up the 3-comp sink to ensure the wash, rinse, and sanitize process continues as required. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection

4-501.114(A-E)

Aug 20, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Chemical dishwasher with empty sanitizer bucket. Dish surface droplets were tested with zero detectable chlorine. PIC immediately replaced ware washer sanitizer bucket, and the dishes were re-washed after priming the sanitizer line. Dish surface droplets tested at 50ppm chlorine. Discussion was held with PIC about being diligent in testing chemical levels and training dishwash employees to test with greater frequency

4-501.114(A-E)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked onions and cooked bell peppers in a pan on the counter next to the grill. Employee stated that the onions and bell peppers were cooked 1 hour prior and were cooling to be used during lunch service. Cooked onions and cooked bell peppers had an internal temperature ranging from 100 - 118 degrees F

3-501.15(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed mop sink with accumulation of dirt and organic matter. Please clean

6-501.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Person in charge (PIC) stated that their CFM had recently expired and they needed to re-certify. The expired certificate could not be presented at the time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed women's restroom without covered receptacle for hygiene products

5-501.17

Feb 4, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container of raw hamburger patties stored above container of ready-to-eat (RTE) sausages and container of raw in-shell eggs. All raw animal proteins must be stored below RTE foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Person-in-charge (PIC) properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Observed multiple dead cockroaches in back storage/kitchen area under prep sink and far shelving unit. One cockroach was observed to be stuck to the glue trap. PIC stated pest control comes once every week, but will monitor pest levels daily. Spoke with PIC about eliminating harborage conditions in back storage area

6-501.112

Sep 25, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed grilled chicken (98'F), cooked beans (125'F) and cooked soup (130'F) at 9:15 am in hot-holding unit located opposite of food prep area. Food items were placed in hot-holding steam unit at 7:30 am to be reheated for hot holding, per PIC. Hot-holding unit water measured at 161'F. PIC reheated food items to 165'F at time of inspection. TCS food items prepared onsite and reheated for hot holding must be rapidly reheated to 165°F within 2 hours prior to hot holding. Suggested PIC to use stovetop or oven to reheat food items for hotholding

3-403.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was City Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at City Bistro on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at City Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at City Bistro.

How does City Bistro compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

City Bistro most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has City Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at City Bistro have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at City Bistro 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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