Nature's Purpose
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2024, Nature's Purpose has seven inspections in the public record. On Jan 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tempe restaurant scores 95. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed deep groove cuts and stains on several cutting boards stored away as clean. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.12
Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Inspector notes: Observed frozen liquid buildup into icicles in the freezer walk-in. Observed frozen bananas stored directly below and loosely covered with plastic wrap. Observed bananas contaminated with frozen liquid. Embargoed the bananas and PIC discarded at time of inspection. Fix/repair/replace the cause of the liquid buildup by next routine inspection
5-403.12
90
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak from the Atmospheric Vaccuum Breaker (AVB) at the mopsink in the dish area. Discussed with PIC all plumbing shall be maintained in good repair and the AVB shall be tested/serviced by a backflow prevention specialist. If it cannot be tested, it may need to be replaced
5-205.15(B)
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Observed several single use containers of seasonings holding product that does not match the original label. Some labels are covered with tape stating what the new product is. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be re-used for storage of food. Discussed with PIC to get reusable food safe containers
4-502.13(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed on industrial can opener a dull piercing blade that is creating metal shavings found on the gear parts. Discussed with PIC to sharpen or replace the dull piercing blade frequent enough to prevent small metal shavings that can fall into the food product. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
86
Jul 9, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed package labels missing approximate weight. Discussed with PIC) Labeling shall contain 1) Name of Product; 2) Processor Name; 3) Processor Address or Phone Number; 4) Ingredients; 5) Approximate Weight; 6) In English
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
95
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep employee take off gloves and take a drink from a water bottle and put on new gloves without washing hands and start cutting melon. 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. Also discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the PIC. Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
86
Jul 24, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Food package damaged or integrity compromised
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed on the large can rack in the prep area of cans with dents along the side, top and bottom seal. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) swollen, rusted and cans dented on any of the 3 can seams (top, bottom, side) or deep, sharp dents should be considered unsafe. Embargoed large cans of corn, chipotle peppers and red enchilada sauce. PIC discarded the large cans
3-202.15
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nature's Purpose last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nature's Purpose on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does Nature's Purpose compare to other restaurants in Tempe?
Nature's Purpose most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.
Has Nature's Purpose's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nature's Purpose have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nature's Purpose 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 Nature's Purpose inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nature's Purpose is inspected around five times per year on average.
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