Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill

2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288
Bar / Pub
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around zero violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “handwashing sinks, installation” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Tempe average 95, so Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed both handwash sinks at the bar unable to dispense hot water; water had a temperature of 77 degrees F after 10 minutes of continuous flowing. Informed PIC that handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing
5-202.12(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed Chlorine Test Strips in back Kitchen but 3-compartment sink and bar dishwasher use QUAT, PIC could not find QUAT test strips in the facility. Informed PIC that test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed Kitchen & Bar area with accumulation of food debris, grease piles, and broke wooden debris. Informed PIC that physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
78
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handsink near kitchen entrance without soap. Also observed both bar handsinks without an approved hand drying provision. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Person in charge (PIC) provided soap and paper towels to handsink at time of inspection
5-205.11
90
Jul 2, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed handsink closest to main dish machine with water output at 154*F. Per person-in-charge (PIC), handsink near main dish machine is never used and has both water valves turned off. When cold valve is turned on, faucet leaks consistently. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Must repair handsink to supply water through a mixing valve between 100*F and 120*F
5-202.12(A)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed updated menu with a consumer advisory, but no disclosure stating or asterisk indicating that certain food dishes are served raw/undercooked. Also observed online menu without an approved consumer advisory. 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. An approved consumer advisory statement will include the following: "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness," some statement indicating that the product is served raw or undercooked, and an asterisk directing the consumer to the posted consumer advisory. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection
3-603.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed hot water handle at mop sink broken and not supplying water. Observed discharge pipe under three-compartment sink in warewashing area leaking. Observed north handsink at bar closest to window loose from sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed majority of lighting throughout kitchen and storage areas missing or broken. Must repair light fixtures to have adequate lighting throughout cooking, prep areas, warewashing, and dry storage/prep hallway prior to re-inspection
6-303.11
74
Nov 20, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill?

Across the inspection record, “handwashing sinks, installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill.

How does Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lumberjaxes Axe Throwing Bar & Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.