Lulu's Mini Market
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
86
Score
Lulu's Mini Market appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 20, 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 two violations each.
“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 95, which Lulu's Mini Market's 86 doesn't quite reach. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed live baby roaches crawling under three-compartment sink. PIC stated that the facility is treated by a licensed pest control company twice a year. Advised PIC that establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection on 4/30/2026
6-501.111(C)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a slow drain located below the three-compartment sink. Advised PIC to have a plumber clear out the drain
5-205.15(B)
86
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) onsite at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2025
Reinspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment's only hand sink with a mop bucket and plastic crates blocking it. Informed PIC that the hand sink needs to be easily accessible and cannot be blocked. PIC moved the items from in front of the sink at time of inspection. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection
5-204.11
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a can of Hot Shot Flying Insect Spray in the back storage room of the establishment. Informed PIC that because they are a food establishment they are not allowed to apply their own pest control. Informed PIC that if they need pest control services, they need to be applied by a certified applicator. PIC disposed of the can at time of inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that at least one person that is a Certified Food Protection Manager must be available on site during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
78
Jan 9, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment's only hand sink with a mop bucket and plastic crates blocking it. Informed PIC that the hand sink needs to be easily accessible and cannot be blocked. PIC moved the items from in front of the sink at time of inspection. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection
5-204.11
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a can of Hot Shot Flying Insect Spray in the back storage room of the establishment. Informed PIC that because they are a food establishment they are not allowed to apply their own pest control. Informed PIC that if they need pest control services, they need to be applied by a certified applicator. PIC disposed of the can at time of inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment using chlorine sanitizer to sanitizer food contact surfaces without any test strips on hand. Informed PIC that they need to have test strips for any sanitizer that they use with food contact surfaces. Obtain chlorine test strips prior to reinspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that at least one person that is a Certified Food Protection Manager must be available on site during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
70
Oct 11, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that at least one person that is a Certified Food Protection Manager must be available on site during all hours of operation. 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 Lulu's Mini Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lulu's Mini Market on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lulu's Mini Market?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Lulu's Mini Market.
How does Lulu's Mini Market compare to other restaurants in Tempe?
Lulu's Mini Market most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.
Has Lulu's Mini Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lulu's Mini Market have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lulu's Mini Market 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 Lulu's Mini Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lulu's Mini Market is inspected around five times per year on average.
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