Hot Wok

655 W Warner Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Hot Wok appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 15, 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.

When inspectors have written things up, “restriction-presence and use” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tempe restaurant scores 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 7, 2026

Reinspection

1 major violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed a small roach crawling underneath cooks line at time of routineinspection. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. Pest control services not completed at time of reinspection

6-501.111(C)

Mar 25, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler, observed raw pork being stored above noodles. 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)

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of Raid spray being stored next to the mop sink in the kitchen. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection

7-202.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed a small roach crawling underneath cooks line at time of inspection. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection

6-501.111(C)

Nov 19, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two cans of pest control spray under the front counter. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all pest control must be applied only be a certified pest control specialist and that it must not be stored on the premises. PIC removed the cans of pest control spray and discarded in the dumpster at time of inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection

7-202.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed dust and debris hanging from the ceiling tiles in the kitchen. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that the debris can fall and contaminate the food prep areas below. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Aug 14, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

3-501.15(B)

May 1, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

7-202.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Nov 21, 2024

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

7-202.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Sep 3, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hot Wok last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hot Wok on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hot Wok?

Across the inspection record, “restriction-presence and use” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Hot Wok.

How does Hot Wok compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Hot Wok most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Hot Wok's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Hot Wok inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hot Wok is inspected around five times per year on average.

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