Obrien's

7829 N 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Bar / Pub
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Obrien's, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 14, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Food Manager Certificate on site. Pic will get certified
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Interior Panel not secured on reach in cooler by walk in cooler. Secure for cleanable surface
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Walls, floors surfaces of back kitchen soiled and dust buildup. Maintain regular cleaning schedule
6-501.12
86
Sep 23, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed grease buildup behind and around the kitchen cook area as well as rusting old shelves in walk in fridge. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
95
Sep 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed roaches behind bar in the hallway area. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by 9/26/25 for re-inspection
6-501.111(C)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed grease buildup behind and around the kitchen cook area as well as rusting old shelves in walk in fridge. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
86
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Obrien's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Obrien's on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Obrien's?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Obrien's.

How does Obrien's compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

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

Has Obrien's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Obrien's 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 Obrien's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Obrien's is inspected around three times per year on average.