Mcdonald's #20697

545 E Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85004

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2025, Mcdonald's #20697 has three inspections in the public record. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Mcdonald's #20697's latest score of 86 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed an employee come from restroom and also touched cell phone then proceeded to help portion French fires. Employee was advised to wash hands. Corrected at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection

2-301.14

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 14, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

2-301.14

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

3-501.19(B1,3-4;C1,4-5)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

6-301.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonald's #20697 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's #20697 on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Mcdonald's #20697 compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Mcdonald's #20697 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Mcdonald's #20697's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonald's #20697 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcdonald's #20697 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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