Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant

3841 E Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

The health department has logged seven inspections at Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. On Feb 11, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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 two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine

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

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Copper, Use Limitation (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed used copper lined cups at the bar area at the time of inspection. Copper and copper alloys such as brass may not be used in contact with a food that has a Ph below 6. PIC was instructed to remove and not use cooper lined copper mugs/drinkware at the time of inspection

4-101.14

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed build up of dark organic matter in the ice machine by the shoot and light brown organic matter build up on soda guns at the time of inspection. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, they must be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or organic matter. Consecutive repeat violation: 2nd

4-602.11(E)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed multiple flies in the kitchen at the time of inspection flying around open food items. Establishment must maintain premise free of insects, rodents and pests and eliminating harborage conditions. Discussed with cook approved pest control methods at the time of inspection

6-501.111(A-B,D)

Oct 29, 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 raw sausage in a hotel pan stored directly on top of raw fish in the walk-in cooler at the time of inspection. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. 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)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(E)

May 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed deli slicer in back of house to have food debris and residue on blade. Per staff, deli slicer was last used the previous day and had been put away as clean. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Discussed with PIC ensuring deli slicer is taken apart to be cleaned before being stored away. Had staff take apart deli slicer to be cleaned at the 3-compartment sink during time of inspection

4-601.11(A)

Jan 27, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Observed establishment to be using quaternary ammonia sanitizer and chlorine sanitizer (dishwashing machine). Establishment had quaternary ammonia test strips, but no chlorine test strips. Discussed different sanitizer types and different test strip usage. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection on 01/27/2025

4-302.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during 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)

Sep 16, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was at the establishment during 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)

Jun 26, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Observed two outdoor bag fly traps and four sticky tape traps hanging throughout the kitchen and prep area, that had large amounts of dead flies in/on them. Informed PIC that these traps need to be changed/emptied. Explained the need to remove dead or trapped creatures promptly to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors

6-501.112

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source

Inspector notes: Observed glasses in the mini fridge freezer under the bar counter, upside down with rims on ice. The ice is stuck to fridge walls and is discolored. Explained to PIC that dirty ice on the glasses is a potential contamination source. Instructed PIC to clean the fridge prior to next routine inspection

3-307.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed a large accumulation of black matter on the ceiling of the kitchen. Explained to PIC that the ceilings, walls, and floors need to be cleaned frequently enough to prevent an accumulation of soil. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

4-602.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant.

How does Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant 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 Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.

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