Jacksons

2090 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Across the available record, Jacksons has three inspections on file, the first dated 2025. On Jan 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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 one violation per visit across recent inspections.

That's lower than the typical Tempe restaurant, which scores around 95. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 27, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink near the ice machine filled with empty bottles and cans at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Person in charge (PIC) will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing

5-205.11

Jun 20, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) onsite at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed cold water handle at back kitchen handsink with a low pressure output of water. Handsink water temperature was above 100*F at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Jan 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cheeseburger with an internal temperature of 119*F in the grab and go hot holding unit. The prep/discard time listed on the sandwich was 10:42 am - 2:42 pm (inspection time started at 3:35 pm). The person in charge was unable to find the establishment's time as a public health control policy at time of inspection. A time as a control policy was created at time of inspection with help of inspector and emailed to the person in charge. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS (time/temperature controlled for safety) foods improperly hot held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jacksons last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jacksons on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Jacksons compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Jacksons most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Jacksons' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jacksons have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jacksons 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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