Peter Piper

1463 N Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ 85323

Pizza

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Peter Piper four times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 22, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Avondale restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 22, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: Cotton candy machine placed on top of carpet near arcade area. Materials for indoor floor in food service and preparation areas must be of smooth, durable, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable. Cotton Candy machine has a specific outlet type that will need to be provided to the new location or have the flooring around the cotton candy machine changed to meet required flooring characteristics

6-101.11

May 19, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

May 12, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Small flies observed in ware wash area (mostly back corner above storage rack of dirty dishes), in back corner of restaurant near soda boxes, and a few around the mop sink area. Please have pest control administered prior to re-inspection within 10 days

6-501.111(C)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Soda nozzles on lobby soda fountain observed with syrup residue buildup on internal surfaces. PIC will have them cleaned later tonight. Please have food contact surfaces cleaned in a manner and frequency that prevents buildup of debris and/or residues

4-602.11(E)

Oct 2, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Marinara sauce in hot holding unit found with internal temperature of 110-170*F. Only the outer most edges of the sauce nearest the container were at temperatures above 135*F while the center was at 110*F and the majority of the middle was below 135*F. PIC stated the sauce was heated through the pizza oven about 2 hours ago and then placed in the hot holding unit. The hot holding unit was set to 8/10 on its dial. While the sauce likely was above well above 135*F after coming out of the oven, it was unknown how long the sauce was below 135*F. PIC discarded the sauce and will monitor the next batch to make sure the unit is able to maintain the sauce at 135*F or above after the sauce has been properly heated through the oven. Please ensure hot held TCS food items are maintained at 135*F or above

3-501.16(A)(1)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Organic matter buildup on side of upper deflector in ice machine and also on lower deflector's far left and right front face. Please clean the ice machine internal surfaces in a manner and frequency that prevents buildup of debris, residues, and organic matter

4-602.11(E)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Peter Piper last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Peter Piper on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Peter Piper?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Peter Piper.

How does Peter Piper compare to other restaurants in Avondale?

Peter Piper most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Avondale average of 98.

Has Peter Piper's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Peter Piper have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Peter Piper 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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