Lukes Diner
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Lukes Diner has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.
Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw animal food not cooked to required temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee on cookline portion cut chicken from grill into containers for lunch service. Per food employee, cut chicken was fully cooked. Internal temperature of cut chicken portioned from the grill into containers observed at 140°F. All raw animal proteins shall reach a final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Cut chicken was removed from containers and cooked to a temperature of 165°F at time of inspection. Discussed thermometer usage and policy training/verification with PIC
3-401.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed stainless steel scrubber stored in establishment handwash sink. Observed food employee rinse hands in food prep sink next to cookline. Handwash sinks shall be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities shall be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Person in charge (PIC) relocated stainless steel scrubber blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Food employee instructed by PIC to wash/rinse/sanitize food prep sink prior to reuse for food prep
5-205.11
78
Oct 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 57°F internal temperature, per probe thermometer of cut lettuce inside prep cooler across from cookline. Per person in charge (PIC), lettuce was cut hour prior to inspection. TCS foods shall be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. PIC moved cut lettuce to reach-in cooler to rapidly cool to 41°F
3-501.15(A)
90
Jun 10, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 26, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of potato salad with a date mark of 2/12 inside two door reach-in cooler. Per Person in Charge (PIC), potato salad was prepared on 2/12. Ready to Eat TCS foods shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days at 41ᵒF. PIC discarded container of potato salad at time of inspection
3-501.18
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed breakfast and lunch menu without consumer advisory posted. Per PIC, establishment offers cook to order eggs on breakfast menu. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale for cook to order eggs prior to re-inspection. Re-Inspection for consumer advisory notice will be conducted on 3/3/25
3-603.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket with a chlorine concentration below 50ppm, per chlorine test strips. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloth and sanitizer bucket were placed next to 3-compartment sink to replace sanitizer solution with approved sanitizer concentration at time of inspection
3-304.14
74
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lukes Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lukes Diner on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does Lukes Diner compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Lukes Diner most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Lukes Diner's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lukes Diner have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lukes Diner 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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