Mel's Diner

1747 Nw Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Mel's Diner, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

“Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Phoenix restaurants, the typical score is 97; Mel's Diner is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 13, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

Inspector notes: Observed hand sink located next to ice machine not secure to wall. Ensure to secure hand sink to wall

5-202.12(B-D)

Jun 10, 2025

Routine

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

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: 0ppm chlorine concentration at mechanical warewashing equipment found at time of inspection. Ensure to make necessary repairs to provide minimum 50ppm to 100ppm Chlorine at mechanical warewashing. Operator was able to properly setup three compartment sink and verified adequate chlorine sanitizing solution between 50ppm to 100ppm

4-501.114(A-E)

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soap dispenser is not functional at hand sink located in cook line. Ensure to always have soap available. Operator proceeded to place soap pump at hand sink

6-301.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Discussed with operator one person shall have a valid Certified Food Protection Manager during hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Observed dead roach on sticky glue monitoring device behind ice machine in kitchen area. Ensure to remove any monitoring devices with rodent evidence. Discussed with operator to ensure minimum monthly pest control service. Operator presented last copy of pest control dated 5/27/25

6-501.112

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed grease accumulation and old food debris in between equipment along cook line in kitchen areas including all floors, walls and ceilings. Ensure to routinely maintain equipment free of grease and debris to provide a smooth surface clean to sight and touch. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize all floors, walls and ceilings

6-501.12

Feb 24, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease built up at cook line area including: equipment, floors, walls and ceilings. Ensure to increase cleaning frequency to remove grease and provide a smooth cleanable surface

6-501.12

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a chlorine mechanical warewashing machine washing utensils, bowels, and plates. A chlorine test strip was used to test the concentration of chlorine at food contact site. Test strip registered no color change, below the standard of 50ppm for chlorine sanitization. Informed PIC that all chlorine machines need to register a concentration of 50ppm on the surface of any ware sent through the machine. PIC has contacted maintenance to work on the machine at time of inspection PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized in three-compartment sink at the time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection

4-501.114(A-E)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mel's Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mel's Diner on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mel's Diner?

Across the inspection record, “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mel's Diner.

How does Mel's Diner compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Mel's Diner most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Mel's Diner's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mel's Diner have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mel's Diner 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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