Garden Ridge

18170 N 91st Ave, Peoria, AZ 85382

Other

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Garden Ridge has eight inspections in the public record. 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.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

Compared to other Peoria 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

3 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Oct 29, 2025

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Capacity-Quantity and Availability

5-103.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Jul 30, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed organic matter build-up inside the ice machine located near freezer. Informed PIC that ice machines need to be cleaned more frequently to ensure that no build-up of matter occurs. Per PIC, ice machine will be cleaned more frequently

4-602.11(E)

May 15, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple boxes of food stored directly on floor inside the freezer. Advised person in charge (PIC) that food shall be stored a minimum of 6 inches above floor to prevent contamination from premises. PIC moved the boxes 6 inches above floor. PIC assigned an employee the task to places boxes on crates at time of inspection

3-305.11

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings

Inspector notes: Observed ceiling/coating pealing in dry storage area. PIC stated that they have a work order in place to repair the ceiling

6-201.16

Jan 28, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Correct prior to next routine inspection

2-102.12(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed a water leak at the soda fountain. Also, the rack over the drip pan need replaced as it is rusted and corroded

5-205.15(B)

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 9, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Garden Ridge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Garden Ridge on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Garden Ridge?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Garden Ridge.

How does Garden Ridge compare to other restaurants in Peoria?

Garden Ridge most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Peoria average of 97.

Has Garden Ridge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Garden Ridge have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Garden Ridge 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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