Ike's Love & Sandwiches
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
78
Score
Ike's Love & Sandwiches has been inspected four times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 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 three violations each time.
“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Ike's Love & Sandwiches' latest score of 78 falls below the Tempe average of 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, concentration of quaternary ammonium (quat) sanitizer solution at in-use 3-compartment sink was measured at 0ppm. Quat sanitizer solutions shall be maintained at 200-400ppm. Person in charge (PIC) remade sanitizer solution during inspection and moved recently-cleaned dishes and utensils to be re-washed, rinsed, and sanitized
4-501.114(A-E)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Quat sanitizer concentration in sanitizer bucket with a cloth in active food prep area was measured at 0ppm. Quat sanitizer solutions for food contact surfaces shall be maintained at 200-400ppm. PIC remade sanitizer solution in bucket
3-304.14
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed food residue on non-food contact surfaces of equipment throughout kitchen, such as interior surfaces of reach-in refrigerators and freezers as well as a cutting board used to reinforce a shelf for cambro-style prepped food containers. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment must be maintained clean to sight and touch
4-602.13
78
Jun 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed containers of coleslaw, artichoke, and sliced roast beef, turkey, and salami past the seven-day date marks. Informed PIC that these products need to be thrown away. PIC discarded all foods held past the seven-day date marks at time of inspection. 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 past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection
3-501.18
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a package of vegan pesto and a container of tomato basil pesto thawing in warm water in the prep sink. Informed PIC that food must be thawed under refrigeration or cool running water. The thawing items were placed in cool running water at time of inspection. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process
3-501.13
78
Jan 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced roast beef portions, sliced tomatoes and cooked mushrooms in both prep tables with an internal temperature of 47*F to 50*F. Per Person in Charge (PIC) those TCS items were just made and placed in the prep table approximately 30 minutes prior to inspection. Discussed with PIC TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. PIC relocated the TCS items to appropriate equipment to properly cool
3-501.15(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back door propped open. Per PIC the door was opened for employee to take out the garbage and hadn't been closed. Discussed with PIC outer openings shall be protected from the entrance of insects and pests. PIC unpropped the door at the time of inspection
6-202.15
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed above the three compartment sink food containers that are stacked and stored away as clean and are still wet. Discussed with PIC all equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. PIC unstacked the containers to be properly air dried
4-901.11
82
Aug 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed employee at register touch screen and then put on gloves to prep food without washing hands. 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. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
First aid supplies not properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed several spray bottles filled with different cleaning chemicals hanging off a shelf hanger above the prep sink located at the door going into the back of the restaurant. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection
7-208.11(B)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed in top of prep table closest to the back of the restaurant with portioned deli meats labeled Matt Cain and DaVinci with internal temperature of 48*F. Per PIC the deli meat portions were prepped 1 hour prior to inspection and placed into the prep table. Discussed with PIC the prep table is not designed to properly cool items and TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool (reach-in refrigerator and freezer), by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. The meat portions were relocated to adequate refrigeration to rapidly cool at time of inspection
3-501.15(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: >>>Observed food debris underneath the equipment and all throughout the sandwich making line, in the back of the restaurant near the office and three compartment sink. 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
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: >>>Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed a bag of frozen chicken in the prep sink without any cold water running on it. Per PIC the chicken was just placed to thaw there. Discussed with PIC all foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. PIC stared the cold running water on the frozen bag of chicken to properly thaw
3-501.13
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ike's Love & Sandwiches last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ike's Love & Sandwiches on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ike's Love & Sandwiches?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ike's Love & Sandwiches.
How does Ike's Love & Sandwiches compare to other restaurants in Tempe?
Ike's Love & Sandwiches most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.
Has Ike's Love & Sandwiches' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ike's Love & Sandwiches have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ike's Love & Sandwiches 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 Ike's Love & Sandwiches inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ike's Love & Sandwiches is inspected around three times per year on average.
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