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Limon Urban Kitchen

2750 W Dove Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85085
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Limon Urban Kitchen has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Feb 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Limon Urban Kitchen trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw steak stored above RTE chicken in the reach-in fridge across from the cookline and raw steak stored above raw fish in the walk-in fridge. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
86
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient
Inspector notes: Observed bottle of wine stored in the ice for consumption. Instructed PIC to remove the bottle and discard contaminated ice. Discussed other cold holding options for bottles
3-303.11
86
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Consecutive repeat: 2nd
2-102.12(A)
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality
Inspector notes: Observed no in unit ambient thermometers in the cold table on the line or the under counter fridge below salsas. Thermometers must be in refrigeration or freezer units and readily accessible if storing TCS food products within
4-204.112(A-D)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed tongs stored on the oven handle on the cookline and an ice scoop stored between liquor bottles in the bar. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. Discussed food contact surfaces of utensils should not contact other unsanitized surfaces, only contact food, or be stored to protect from contamination. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
86
May 15, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. PIC stated they are working on obtaining certification
2-102.12(A)
95
May 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature controlled cooked cactus marked for 4/27. The TCS item was past 7 days. 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
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed damaged and expired test strips from February 2025. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection on 5/15/25
4-302.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink by the cookline with food debris and the handwashing sink at the bar with ice and a used straw. Handwashing sinks must be used for no other purposes than handwashing and always remain accessible. Person in charge (PIC) will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC instructed employee to properly clean the sink before regular use
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. PIC stated they are working on obtaining certification
2-102.12(A)
67
Dec 5, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager onsite at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Limon Urban Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Limon Urban Kitchen on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Limon Urban Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Limon Urban Kitchen.

How does Limon Urban Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Limon Urban Kitchen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Limon Urban Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Limon Urban Kitchen have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Limon Urban Kitchen 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 Limon Urban Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Limon Urban Kitchen is inspected around five times per year on average.

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