Peter Piper

764 S Watson Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326

Pizza

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Medium Risk Grade: B

Peter Piper appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. Peter Piper was last inspected on Apr 7, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

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

Restaurants in Buckeye average 98, so Peter Piper trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: -- In walk-in refrigerator, observed container of pizza sauce with prep date of 3/28. In reach-in refrigerator, observed multiple pre-portioned bags of boneless chicken wings with prep date of 3/30. Reviewed MCESD date marking and discard requirements for ready-to-eat (RTE), TCS foods with the person in charge: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC ensuring employees are using the first in, first out/expired (FIFO) system for foods

3-501.18

Toilet tissue not available in restroom (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: -- Toilet tissue not available in stall in women's restroom. A supply of toilet tissue shall be available at each toilet. The person in charge (PIC) instructed employee to restock stalls with toilet tissue at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC increasing restrooms check frequencies as needed to ensure supplies are available for use at all times

6-302.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: -- No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site at the time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Oct 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Soda nozzles in lobby observed with residue buildup on internal surfaces. Please have the nozzles cleaned in a manner and frequency that prevents buildup of residue, debris, and/or organic matter

4-602.11(E)

May 14, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Boneless wings found in both wing coolers with no preparation/open date marks. PIC stated the wings were opened/prepped either last Sunday or Saturday. PIC marked them for Saturday to be discarded this Friday 5/16. Portioned traditional wings and a container of alfredo sauce were also incorrectly date marked for 8-day shelf-life rather than 7-day shelf-life. PIC date marked them appropriately

3-501.17

Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination

Inspector notes: A container of customer self-service plastic knives in customer lobby observed with knives pointed both up and down exposing the food contact edge to potential contamination. PIC will have the knives rearranged to have the food contact edge pointed downwards into the container

4-904.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Wall tile missing in mop sink area exposing the inner wall. Caulking missing from ware wash sink and hand wash station in ware wash room. Hole in wall from previous plumbing behind storage rack possibly related to repairs being done in prize storage room should also be covered when repairs are complete. Please repair. ***2nd consecutive violation***

6-201.13

Oct 7, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the kitchen is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services

2-102.12(A)

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Caulking missing from hand wash station in ware wash room. Holes in wall tile at mop sink. Please repair to provide smooth and easily cleanable surfaces

6-201.13

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Minor leak on drain line below 4 compartment sink to the right of the floor sink. Please repair

5-205.15(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Peter Piper last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Peter Piper on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Peter Piper?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Peter Piper.

How does Peter Piper compare to other restaurants in Buckeye?

Peter Piper most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Buckeye average of 98.

Has Peter Piper's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Peter Piper means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Peter Piper inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Peter Piper is inspected around three times per year on average.

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