Eric's Family Barbecue

12345 W Indian School Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Eric's Family Barbecue appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Eric's Family Barbecue scores about where you'd expect for a Avondale restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 21, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Visible gap seen at bottom of rear door to outside cooking area. Repair outer openings (i.e. - door sweep) to prevent entry of pest and weather

6-202.15

Jul 9, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Ice chute inside ice maker has buildup of residue

4-602.11(E)

May 14, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Wall surfaces in food preparation area have buildup of residues

6-501.12

Oct 15, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Three pans of recently cooked macaroni and cheese found covered with foil in walk in cooler. Internal temperature of product found at 65* F - 70*F. Per PIC, foods were just beginning second phase of cooling process

3-501.15(B)

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Grilled chicken found in hot holding cabinet at an internal temperature of 125*F

3-501.16(A)(1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Eric's Family Barbecue last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Eric's Family Barbecue on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Eric's Family Barbecue compare to other restaurants in Avondale?

Eric's Family Barbecue most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Avondale average of 98.

Has Eric's Family Barbecue's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Eric's Family Barbecue have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Eric's Family Barbecue 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 Eric's Family Barbecue inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Eric's Family Barbecue is inspected around four times per year on average.

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