Mcdonald's #21151

455 W Guadalupe Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Nov 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Public records show four inspections at Mcdonald's #21151 stretching back to 2024. Mcdonald's #21151 was last inspected on Nov 21, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Floor and wall junctures, coved, and enclosed or sealed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Mcdonald's #21151's latest score of 78 falls below the Tempe average of 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 21, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizer sink of the three compartment sink with dark red quaternary ammonium (Quat) at levels above 500ppm. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Quat shall be levels of 150ppm to 400ppm. PIC watered down the batch and levels were within approved range at time of inspection

7-204.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Cold water was not available at the three compartment sink for sanitizer water. Water temperature was 115F+. Ensure that the plumbing is properly repaired and maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: *REPEAT VIOLATION* Per OC Reinspection In walk-in freezer 1. Noted ice condensation is forming on the ceiling, walls, floor, and around the door frames. Please rewrap the condensation lines with new insulation, seal the electrical conduit, and seal all penetrations including the electrical lines, thermostat probe, sprinkler, and lightbulbs. 2. Provide heat tracing tape around the door frames to prevent ice buildup. 3. Repair / refinish / or replace the walk-in freezer door as needed. Noted there is a gap and ice forming underneath the door. 4. For the floor of the walk-in freezer. Recommend replace the floor with diamond plate floor

6-201.13

Jun 19, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Cold water was not available at the three compartment sink for sanitizer water. Water temperature was 128F. Ensure that the plumbing is properly repaired and maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Per OC Reinspection- In walk-in freezer 1. Noted ice condensation is forming on the ceiling, walls, floor, and around the door frames. Please rewrap the condensation lines with new insulation, seal the electrical conduit, and seal all penetrations including the electrical lines, thermostat probe, sprinkler, and lightbulbs. 2. Provide heat tracing tape around the door frames to prevent ice buildup. 3. Repair / refinish / or replace the walk-in freezer door as needed. Noted there is a gap and ice forming underneath the door. 4. For the floor of the walk-in freezer. Recommend replace the floor with diamond plate floor

6-201.13

Oct 4, 2024

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: In walk-in freezer 1. Noted ice condensation is forming on the ceiling, walls, floor, and around the door frames. Please rewrap the condensation lines with new insulation, seal the electrical conduit, and seal all penetrations including the electrical lines, thermostat probe, sprinkler, and lightbulbs. 2. Provide heat tracing tape around the door frames to prevent ice buildup. 3. Repair / refinish / or replace the walk-in freezer door as needed. Noted there is a gap and ice forming underneath the door. 4. For the floor of the walk-in freezer. Recommend replace the floor with diamond plate floor

6-201.13

Sep 20, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonald's #21151 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's #21151 on file is from Nov 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's #21151?

Across the inspection record, “floor and wall junctures, coved, and enclosed or sealed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's #21151.

How does Mcdonald's #21151 compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Mcdonald's #21151 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Mcdonald's #21151's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonald's #21151 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcdonald's #21151 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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