Ole Brass Rail

3738 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Ole Brass Rail has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Ole Brass Rail was last inspected on Jan 21, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Ole Brass Rail on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 21, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed deli turkey, ham and in house meatloaf that were pulled from the freezer not having a pull date; making it difficult to know how long these food units have been in the refrigeration temperatures. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours, dated appropriately to reflect the freezer pull date, and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection

3-501.17

Nov 26, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 5, 2025

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: Chlorine sanitizer solution concentration at in-use mechanical dishwasher at bar was measured at 0ppm after running the machine and priming the sanitizer line several times. Chlorine sanitizer solutions for food contact surfaces should be measured at 50-100ppm. Person in charge (PIC) removed glassware and placed at 3-compartment sink to be cleaned manually. PIC contacted chemical provider during inspection

4-501.114(A-E)

Mar 20, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 18, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Ambient air temperature of prep-style refrigerator was measured at 46F with out-of-temperature TCS foods inside. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Establishment will use 4-hour Time as Control for TCS items until repairs are completed. This unit may not be used for TCS foods until repairs are complete and the unit can hold cold at 41F or lower

4-301.11

Oct 15, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed significantly cracked floor tiles near fryer and flat top grill. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-201.11

Jul 31, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed unlabeled spray bottles in bar area and near 3-compartment sink with yellow/gold liquids. Person in charge (PIC) identified liquids as degreaser and scented quaternary ammonium used only for dining room tables and bar top. Please ensure working containers of chemical products are labeled with the common name of the chemical. PIC labeled chemicals during inspection to correct

7-102.11

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

6-201.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ole Brass Rail last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ole Brass Rail on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ole Brass Rail?

Across the inspection record, “floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ole Brass Rail.

How does Ole Brass Rail compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Ole Brass Rail most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Ole Brass Rail's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ole Brass Rail have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ole Brass Rail 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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