Hot Bagels Deli
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
82
Score
Hot Bagels Deli appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. Hot Bagels Deli was last inspected on Jan 7, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Hot Bagels Deli trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple spray bottles and condiment containers used for holding sanitizers and other chemicals with no labels or common name written on the bottles. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually labeled with the common name of the material
7-102.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 3rd Consecutive Violation No CFPM was 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 wiping cloths kept in sanitizer buckets with >200ppm chlorine measured by test strips. 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 at time of inspection
3-304.14
82
Oct 10, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed PIC on the cookline crack a raw shelled egg with her right hand then touch ready to eat bagel with right hand without washing hands and changing gloves. 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. RTE bagel was discarded at the time of inspection
2-301.14
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw pooled eggs in a container stored directly on top of fully cooked ready to eat (RTE) bacon in the walk-in cooler at the time of inspection. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
Medicines stored or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a medicine bottle of Advil in the walk in cooler stored above deli meat and egg salad in an uncovered plastic bin. All medicines must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. All medicines were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Consecutive repeat: 2nd
7-207.11(B)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no written vomit or diarrhea procedures at the time of inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Provided PIC with Maricopa County vomit and diarrhea clean up procedures at the time of inspection
2-501.11
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no probing thermometer at the time of inspection. Per PIC, establishment does not have one or they do not know where it is. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection
4-302.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager on site at the time of inspection. Employee had expired CFPM from 2017-2022. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Consecutive repeat: 2nd
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed air gap of less than one inch between the pipe for the boiler to the floor drain. An air gap of 1 inch above the floor drain is required for backflow prevention
5-205.15(B)
47
May 29, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 19, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed no consumer advisory on the menu for eggs that can be ordered undercooked. PIC stated customers can order eggs cooked to order, undercooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager on site at the 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)
86
May 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Medicines stored or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a medicine bottle of Advil in the walk in cooler stored above deli meat in an uncovered plastic bin
7-207.11(B)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed various cream cheese containers and TCS tomato salsa without date marking in the walk in cooler. TCS food items were prepped two days prior according to the PIC. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed no consumer advisory on the menu for eggs that can be ordered undercooked. PIC stated customers can order eggs cooked to order, undercooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager on site at the 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)
67
Dec 9, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hot Bagels Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hot Bagels Deli on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hot Bagels Deli?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Hot Bagels Deli.
How does Hot Bagels Deli compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Hot Bagels Deli most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Hot Bagels Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hot Bagels Deli have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Hot Bagels Deli 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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