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Olives Mediterranean Grill

4575 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Greek / Mediterranean
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Olives Mediterranean Grill has been inspected six times since 2024. Olives Mediterranean Grill was last inspected on Jan 28, 2026. 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.

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager onsite at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken on meat spit with heat source turned off but rotating at the time of inspection between 90-98*F on the outermost part of the spit. PIC stated heating element is turned off when in slow times of the day. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Discussed with PIC spit must be turned on and meat rotating. PIC turned heating element on at the time of inspection and was instructed to heat TCS chicken to 165*F at the time of inspeciton
3-501.16(A)(1)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths in chlorine solution on the cookline below 50ppm at the time of inspection. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations between uses. PIC was instructed to place wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
82
May 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 20, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager certificate was available for verification. Please provide this information at the next routine inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in-use spoons and scoops being stored in still water at 79°F, as measured on a calibrated probe thermometer. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. Had PIC change the water in which the utensils were being held
3-304.12
90
Jul 1, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Ceritified Food Protection Manager was on-site at time of inspection. Explained to PIC that there needs to be at least one Ceritified Food Protection Manager on-site at all times. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomato in the prep table filled over the container's fill line and measuring at 47*F. PIC stated that the tomatoes were taken out of the fridge about an hour ago to be prepped and then were placed in the cold holding unit. PIC was instructed to remove the top tomatoes and put them back in the fridge to cool. Tomatoes left in prep table were 41*F or below. Discussed with PIC about not filling containers over the fill line and making sure that TCS items are adequately cool before being placed in the prep table. Observed plastic squeeze bottle of tzatziki sauce in big metal bin in prep table measuring at 45*F. PIC stated that the sauces were packed from a larger container and placed there an hour prior. Discussed with PIC that the cold holding unit isn't efficient enough for bottle products because the bottle doesn't come into contact with the cold source. Instructed PIC to place the bottle in the fridge or add ice to the bin in the unit. PIC added ice to the unit. Discussed proper cold holding temperatures with PIC
3-501.15(B)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Olives Mediterranean Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Olives Mediterranean Grill on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Olives Mediterranean Grill?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Olives Mediterranean Grill.

How does Olives Mediterranean Grill compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Olives Mediterranean Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Olives Mediterranean Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Olives Mediterranean Grill have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Olives Mediterranean Grill 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 Olives Mediterranean Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Olives Mediterranean Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.

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