Lemon Restaurant & Lounge
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
95
Score
Public records show six inspections at Lemon Restaurant & Lounge stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 20, 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.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “hand drying provision”, showing up two times.
Lemon Restaurant & Lounge's latest score is in line with the Phoenix average of 97. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment operating without a certified food manager present
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen
6-301.12
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single use water bottles with twist off caps located on prep table across from three compartment sink at next to sandwich prep cooler across from grill line. Employee drinks must be in an assigned break area. Drinks were removed from kitchen
2-401.11
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
Inspector notes: Observed electronic device for killing insects in dining room of establishment. Electronic devices must use lights and sticky boards to trap insects. Electric bug zappers are not permitting in food establishments. Remove prior to next inspection
6-202.13
82
May 23, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Private Homes and Living or Sleeping Quarters, Use Prohibition
Inspector notes: Observed bed for use in dry storage area of facility. Bed may not be used within the kitchen, storage or food prep areas. Bed must be removed from kitchen areas
6-202.111
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Yellow and white rice in walk in cooler with no discard date on containers. Also some cooked and cooled beef in walk in cooler with no discard date
3-501.17
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed large containers in drt storage area with food that was not easily identified. Items such as flour, sugar, and salt that are not easily identified by sight must be labeled with its common name,
3-302.12
74
May 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Private Homes and Living or Sleeping Quarters, Use Prohibition
Inspector notes: Observed bed for use in dry storage area of facility. Bed may not be used within the kitchen, storage or food prep areas. Bed must be removed from kitchen areas
6-202.111
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mob, broom and mop bucket stored directly in front of hand wash sink in kitchen. Hand sinks are to be easily accessible for hand washing. equipment was moved from in front of hand sink at time of site visit,
5-205.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Yellow and white rice in walk in cooler with no discard date on containers. Also some cooked and cooled beef in walk in cooler with no discard date
3-501.17
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottles near three compartment sink with no common name written on bottle of what substance is inside. Spray bottles were labeled with proper common name
7-102.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed glass front refrigerator on patio for blended drinks with an ambient temperature of 53*F. Cold hold units holding Temperature Ontrol for safety foods (Heavy Cream, and milk) must be able to keep food at 41*F or lower. Advised staff to verify equipment is able to hold food at 41*F by checking internal thermometer in unit. Reinspection to be completed on or before Friday May 23, 2025
4-301.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed large containers in drt storage area with food that was not easily identified. Items such as flour, sugar, and salt that are not easily identified by sight must be labeled with its common name,
3-302.12
55
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed lamb shank om stove at 127*F. Hot hold to be at 135*F or greater. Lamb shank was reheated to 165*F and held at 135*F. Advised staff to use a water bath to help keep food at 135*F or greater
3-501.16(A)(1)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand sink. All hand sinks must be stocked with soap and paper towels. Paper towels were added to hand sink location
6-301.12
78
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Observed meats items being thawed at room temperature 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
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lemon Restaurant & Lounge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lemon Restaurant & Lounge on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lemon Restaurant & Lounge?
Across the inspection record, “hand drying provision” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lemon Restaurant & Lounge.
How does Lemon Restaurant & Lounge compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Lemon Restaurant & Lounge most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Lemon Restaurant & Lounge's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lemon Restaurant & Lounge have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lemon Restaurant & Lounge 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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