Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn

1705 W Ruby Dr, Tempe, AZ 85284
American
License: Food Establishment - Food Production
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

Restaurants in Tempe average 95, so Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 18, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed quaternary ammonium (Quat) sanitizer levels above 400ppm actively being used at the three-compartment sink. Observed employee using long gloves to wash dishes. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) Sanitizer must be used at concentrations (150ppm to 400ppm) and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. PIC diluted the Quat sanitizer and reached 200ppm at time. Also discussed with PIC when washing dishes to use gloves for soap, rinse and sanitizing, but will need to wash hands and pull clean dishes with clean hands to prevent recontamination of the dishes
7-204.11
86
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed at the mop sink by the docks to have either missing caulking or black organic matter on the existing caulking. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues
4-602.13
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kettle Heroes Gourmet Artisan Popcorn means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.