Hot Bagel

6520 W Happy Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85083
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Hot Bagel has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket with >200ppm bleach solution. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations of quat ammonia at time of inspection
3-304.14
90
Aug 28, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed prep table holding TCS food items between 46*F-50*F at the time of inspection. Per inspectors min/max thermometer, temperature inside the prep table was 48.7*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no written procedures for vomit and diarrhea at the time of inspection, per PIC, no written procedures on site. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. PIC was provided Maricopa County handout for vomit and diarrhea at the time of inspection
2-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manger's onsite at the time of inspection. The PIC was informed that a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Consecutive repeat violation: 2nd
2-102.12(A)
78
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A1-2)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
2-501.11
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
67
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Incidental Food Contact, Criteria-Lubricants (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed establishment use Throat Seal Liquid (TSL) as lubricant for components of a meat slicer. Establishment was storing the bottle of TSL on the counter next to food equipment, packaging, and utensils. Discussed lubricants shall meet the requirements specified in 21 CFR 178.3570, and to only use food safe or food grade lubricants to prevent contamination with incidental food contact that may leak, drip, or be forced into food or onto food-contact surfaces. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. The person in charge discontinued use of TSL and discarded the bottle at the time of inspection
7-205.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluild clean up kit or written instructions for cleaning bodily fluids. Provided the person in charge with bodily fluid instructions
2-501.11
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water supply to the hand wash sink by the cook line. The person in charge observed the hot water valve was closed and adjusted the valve to supply hot water to the hand wash sink
5-202.12(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed packages of bulk deli meats, portioned sliced meates, and sliced smoked salmon with no date markings from the time the original hermetically sealed container was opened and is held for >24 hours. The person in charge stated the bulk packages had been opened less than 3 days ago and the portioned sliced meats were from bulk packages then date marked the food items accordingly. The person in charge stated the sliced smoke salmon was from a bulk package opend less than 24 hours ago and date marked the container
3-501.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hot Bagel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hot Bagel on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hot Bagel?

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

How does Hot Bagel compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Hot Bagel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Hot Bagel's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hot Bagel means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.