Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza

1551 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85007

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License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 17, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

“Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents and other pests” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed food debris/residue located around the floor near the reach in refrigerator units & dry storage racks. Per the person in charge the specified area will be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain the physical facility clean at all times

6-501.12

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two enclosed containers of raw shell eggs stored in a refrigerator rack above multiple containers of packaged american cheese. Upon request the two enclosed containers of raw shell eggs were relocated to the lowest part of the refrigerator unit, below the cheeses. Please ensure to follow proper food separation at all times

3-302.11(A3-8)

Oct 7, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 22, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 11, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: During inspection, paper towels were not accessible or available at the handwashing station. The person in charge provided paper towels upon request. Please ensure paper towels are readily available and accessible at handwashing stations

6-301.12

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: During inspection observed 2 dead roaches on the floors near the the stainless steel storage racks. Per the person in charge, the dead roaches in the establishment will be removed. Please ensure the establishment is maintained free of pest or evidence of pest at all times. 3rd consecutive violation

6-501.112

Dec 13, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: During inspection observed a container of insect pesticide near the handwashing sink. The person in charge voluntarily discarded the insect pesticide. Please ensure that pesticides are applied by a certified pest control applicator

7-202.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: During inspection observed gaps/cracks between throughout the FRP walls and wall strips. In a second instance observed a gap between the wall and the handwashing sink. Ensure to reseal the specified areas to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface

6-201.13

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: During inspection observed 3 dead roaches on the floors near the 3-compartment sink. The facility also has dead roaches (more than 2) near the wall of the cook-line. Per the person in charge, the dead roaches in the establishment will be removed. Please ensure the establishment is maintained free of pest or evidence of pest at all times. 2nd consecutive violation

6-501.112

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza?

Across the inspection record, “removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents and other pests” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza.

How does Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hope Lives - Viva La Esperanza 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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