Dutch Bros Coffee

1037 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Dutch Bros Coffee appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 15, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Tempe average 95, so Dutch Bros Coffee is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee touch neck and then prepare beverages without washing hands prior. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection

2-301.14

Conveying Sewage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee start washing soiled rubber floor mats with soap and water outside establishment, with soap running off into nearby rocks. Discussed with PIC that disposal of wastewater via any means that is not through a designated waste drain or sanitary sewer is prohibited due to the risk of contaminating ground water and water in storm drains. PIC instructed employee to wash rubber floor mats in mop sink inside establishment

5-402.13

May 6, 2025

Routine

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

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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two sanitizer buckets with wiping cloths being utilized located throughout establishment exceed 500ppm of quaternary sanitizer. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Per PIC, one quaternary tab is utilized for each bucket. Discussed setting up one bucket with one quat tab, splitting between two buckets, and diluting with water, or utilizing sanitizer with approved concentration from 3-compartment for buckets. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection

7-204.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Person in charge (PIC) indicated there was no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Establishment was open and operating. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Sep 23, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Person in charge indicated there was no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Establishment was open and operating. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Rinsing Equipment and Utensils after Cleaning and Sanitizing

Inspector notes: Observed an employee wash, rinse, and sanitize a pitcher and then immediately spray it off and put it away. The rinsing of cleaned and sanitized utensils and equipment in a manner that may contaminate the surfaces before they are used, such as running them under a faucet or by dipping them in a vessel of water, is prohibited. The application of a post-sanitizing rinse is restricted to warewashing machines because there will be little opportunity for contamination of the potable water rinse if applied within the confines of a compliant warewashing machine. Person in charge indicated they would retrain staff not to rinse dishes after sanitizing

4-904.14

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dutch Bros Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dutch Bros Coffee on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dutch Bros Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dutch Bros Coffee.

How does Dutch Bros Coffee compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Dutch Bros Coffee most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Dutch Bros Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dutch Bros Coffee have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dutch Bros Coffee 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 Dutch Bros Coffee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dutch Bros Coffee is inspected around three times per year on average.

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