Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
100
Score
Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 28, 2025
Food AMC Trainings
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 15, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed ambient temperature of reach-in unit located opposite of stovetop measured 48.5'F. Observed ambient temperature of standing reach-in unit located opposite of chip station measured 48.7'F. All units were emptied off TCS food items at time of inspection. PIC agreed to not use units until they have been fixed. Fix units prior to re-inspection on 07/17/25. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
90
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a spray hose with a spray head and an additional shut off valve before the spray head pressurized with water. The spray head, shutoff valve and hose are connected downstream from the Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (AVB). Discussed that, unless disconnected after every use, no downstream shutoffs are to be installed downstream from the AVB. Discussed with the PIC that AVBs are not designed to withstand constant pressure and may fail to prevent backflow in as little as 12 hours. Advised PIC to disconnect hose while not in use and reconnect as needed when actively in use. The PIC disconnected the hose and stored the spray head above the flood line of the sink at the time of inspection
5-202.11(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cup with no handle, in contact with food, stored in RTE dry chili rub used on french fries on food prep table located opposite of time controlled food station. 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. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION
3-304.12
82
Dec 2, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed RTE onions stored directly below raw chicken items in reach-in unit located in warewashing area. 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)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scooping equipment with handle in contact with food items in rice bin located in front of walk-in front. Observed spoon used as scoop with handle in contact with potato salad in low boy drawer of stovetop. Observed scoop used for butter stored in ambient water temperature below 135'F on food prep table located opposite soda machine. 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. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
82
Sep 5, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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Improper handwashing procedure
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an employee pick something up from the floor and proceeded to wash their hands but for about 5 seconds. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.12
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following TCS foods having the following dates: boiled eggs (8/28) and dirty rice [(cooked)(8/29)]. 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
Frozen food not maintained frozen
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the freezer not working and having an ambient temperature of above 60*F. TCS foods in the unit were all below 41*F. Person in charge instructed employees to move TCS foods to the walk in cooler. Discussed how frozen food shall stay frozen unless in the process of slacking or thawing
3-501.11
70
Jul 25, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles.
How does Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles 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 Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles is inspected around six times per year on average.
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