Costco Wholesale

1445 W Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Costco Wholesale, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 23, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Costco Wholesale's latest score is in line with the Tempe average of 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed missing/separated high temperature caulking on the ventilation system of the rotisserie chicken cooking and bagging area. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) the fixed parts of equipment shall be sealed with caulking for the equipment and high temperature caulking for the ventilation to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface and prevent the buildup of grease and contamination. Discussed with PIC to replace the caulking of all fixed equipment. Employee stated caulking has been ordered and is in transit

4-402.11

Sep 23, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed missing/ separated high temperature caulking on the ventilation system of the rotisserie chicken cooking and bagging area. Discussed with PIC the fixed parts of equipment shall be sealed with caulking for the equipment and high temperature caulking for the ventilation to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface and prevent the buildup of grease and contamination. Discussed with PIC to replace the caulking of all fixed equipment

4-402.11

Jun 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Ventilation Hood Systems, Drip Prevention

Inspector notes: Observed missing/ separated caulking at the hand wash sink and splash guards and missing high temperature caulking on the ventilation system of the rotisserie chicken cooking and bagging area. Also observed signs of drippage of grease on the ventilation system. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) the fixed parts of equipment shall be sealed with caulking for the equipment and high temperature caulking for the ventilation to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface and prevent the buildup of grease and contamination. Discussed with PIC to replace the caulking of all fixed equipment

4-204.11

Jan 24, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 24, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several food containers put away as clean stacked away wet. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) all equipment and food contact surfaces must be completely air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. PIC unstacked and spaced out the containers to allow for proper air drying at time of inspection

4-901.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Costco Wholesale last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Costco Wholesale on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Costco Wholesale?

Across the inspection record, “fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Costco Wholesale.

How does Costco Wholesale compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Costco Wholesale most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Costco Wholesale's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Costco Wholesale have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Costco Wholesale 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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