Hilton Garden Inn

86 S Rockford Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Hilton Garden Inn has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.

Hilton Garden Inn's latest score of 100 sits above the Tempe average of 95. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 16, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 29, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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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)

May 23, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed cooked sausage on shelf above stove at 90*F-95*F. Per employee, sausage was cooked approximately 1.5 hours prior, and is placed on stove before immediate service. Employee states time as a control is not utilized for cooked sausage, and that after the second half of breakfast, any leftover sausage is cut up and used to make gravy. Discussed with employee and PIC time as a control cannot be used when the food is being re-used in other forms, such as in gravy. When time as a control is used, all food must be discarded after 4 hours and not combined with new batches of food. Also discussed cooling parameters with employee and PIC, that food must be cooled from 135*F to 70*F in 2 hours, and 70*F to 41*F in 4 hours. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F and moved to hot box at time of inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leaking water under dish machine after being turned on. Observed cold water handle at far left dump sink at bar broken and not dispensing water. Observed ice bin in kitchen near office with discharge pipe without a 1-inch air gap. Discharge pipe must be cut to ensure there is at least a 1-inch air gap from the floor drain. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Feb 11, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No designated area for employee eating or drinking

Inspector notes: Observed browning bananas stored on top of ice machine. Person in charge indicated the bananas are for an employee to pick up. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Establishment should create an area away from food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles where employee foods are eaten and stored

6-403.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Oct 18, 2024

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 a measured chlorine concentration of 200+ ppm chlorine on the cups in the bar warewashing machine. 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. The cups were moved to the back to be rewashed, rinsed, and sanitized in the kitchen warewashing machine. An employee posted a sign on the machine to not use until the machine can be serviced again

7-204.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hilton Garden Inn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hilton Garden Inn on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hilton Garden Inn?

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

How does Hilton Garden Inn compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Hilton Garden Inn most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Hilton Garden Inn's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hilton Garden Inn have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hilton Garden Inn 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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