Harkins Theatres

2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288
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License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2025
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Score
Medium Risk

Harkins Theatres, located at 2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy in Tempe, AZ, underwent a moderate-risk inspection on September 26, 2025. This inspection identified two critical violations related to when to wash and separation-storage. Across three scored inspections, the facility has historically maintained a low-risk status.

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Inspection History
Sep 26, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.
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May 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
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Sep 16, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Violations — Sep 26, 2025 Inspection
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee put on lotion, return to register, and scoop ice 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
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer spray bottle with spray nozzle facing open nacho chips and stored directly next to open container of salt on front line. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection
7-201.11
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)