Maverick Saloon

9605 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Maverick Saloon appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around two violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Maverick Saloon trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed vodka sauce in reach-in cooler with a date of preparation over one week prior to inspection. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety (RTE/TCS) foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day they were made as day 1). Discussed date marking requirements and practices with kitchen staff. Person in charge discarded vodka sauce at time of inspection

3-501.18

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed can of pesticide under three-compartment sink in kitchen. 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. Person in charge removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection

7-202.11

Jul 14, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 31, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Live animals present in food establishment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed live prohibited animals in the establishment at the dining tables next the the open bar at the time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge ive animals prohibited on premises of food establishment, with the exception of service animals. Live animals were removed from the establishment at the time of inspection

6-501.115

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written procedures for cleaning bodily fluids. Provided the person in charge with bodily fluild plan guidance

2-501.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed build up of organic matter in the holsters of the soda guns behind the bar. Discussed surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not TCS food shall be cleaned: at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours

4-602.11(E)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice bin siding lid behind the bar. The ice scoop food contact surface was in direct contact with the outside of the lid which was not a santizied food contact surface. The person in charge removed the ice scoop and placed a new ice scoop in a clean and sanitized container

3-304.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris and organic matter, under and around equipment behind the bar. Clean more frequently

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Maverick Saloon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Maverick Saloon on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Maverick Saloon compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Maverick Saloon most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Maverick Saloon's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Maverick Saloon have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Maverick Saloon 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 Maverick Saloon inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Maverick Saloon is inspected around three times per year on average.

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