Formation Brewing Co

925 N 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Formation Brewing Co has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent visit was on Feb 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 18, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Cross connection present or not corrected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed y-valve installed on mop sink connecting to chemical dispenser. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. Chemical dispensers require a dedicated water supply

5-205.12(A)

Oct 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chemical dispenser installed on the mop sink downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection

5-202.11(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink closest to the frying station blocked by a stainless steel serving cart at the time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Formation Brewing Co last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Formation Brewing Co on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Formation Brewing Co compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Formation Brewing Co most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Formation Brewing Co's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Formation Brewing Co have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Formation Brewing Co 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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