Knockout Subs

2726 W Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Sep 16, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Knockout Subs has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 16, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Knockout Subs scores about where you'd expect for a Tempe restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 16, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a valid certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM onsite by next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink dispensing water at 90'F at time of inspection. Discussed hand sink requirements with PIC. PIC stated that they will submit a work order to address the issue. 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. A reinspection will occur on or prior to 9/12/2025 to verify the correction
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a valid certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM onsite by next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
86
Apr 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 4, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 500+ PPM quat sanitizer in bucket directly beneath the deli slicer. PIC did not have test strips to verify the sanitizer concentration (See Violation #48). Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection
7-204.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed no quaternary ammonium or chlorine test strips available for use at time of inspection. PIC was unable to produce test strips at time of inspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Knockout Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Knockout Subs on file is from Sep 16, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Knockout Subs?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Knockout Subs.

How does Knockout Subs compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Knockout Subs most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Knockout Subs' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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