Original Chop Shop

10625 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85028

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Original Chop Shop has six inspections in the public record. Original Chop Shop was last inspected on Apr 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“In-use utensils, between-use storage” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed prep handwashing station with a paper towel dispenser not operating accordingly at the time of the inspection (no paper towels were being dispensed). PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.12

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the meat slicer according to the PIC was not used on the day of the inspection with soil accumulation. Knives were also observed soiled on the clean rack. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Knives were placed to be re-washed at the time of the inspection and prep employee start cleaning slicer at the time of the inspection

4-601.11(A)

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 27, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Todays date 3/27. Inside walk-in fridge, observed roasted red bell peppers dated 3/19. Item Discarded

3-501.18

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Upon disassembly inspection of the front of house juicer, observed leafy green food particles. Per PIC juicer is usually disassembled and cleaned once per day, today juicer had not been cleaned since morning shift. Food contact surfaces contacting TCS food items must be washed rinsed and sanitized every 4 hours. Juicer parts sent to 3-comp for wash rinse and sanitize

4-602.11(A-D)

Oct 23, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensils with food debris stored between use on top of food container lids at the hot holding station by the cook line. The food contact surface of the utensils was in direct contact with the handles of the food container lids. The person in charge removed all improperly stored utensils for washing and placed new clean utensils to be stored properly

3-304.12

Aug 14, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Obersed wiping cloths in sanitizer solution with less than 150ppm quat-sanitizer. The person in charge replaced the sanitizer solution with 150-400ppm quat sanititzer at the time of inspeciton

3-304.14

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed in use salad tongs, scoops, and other utensils stored between use with the handles in contact with food and or stored with the food contact surface of the utensils directly on top of equipment, container lids, and counter tops. Utensilsthat are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. Discussed between use storage of utensils to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Original Chop Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Original Chop Shop on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Original Chop Shop?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Original Chop Shop.

How does Original Chop Shop compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Original Chop Shop most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Original Chop Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Original Chop Shop have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Original Chop Shop 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 Original Chop Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Original Chop Shop is inspected around four times per year on average.

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