Pizza Hut

1520 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Pizza

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Pizza Hut stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 15, 2025. 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 two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “warewashing equipment, cleaning frequency”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Pizza Hut trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 15, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Warewashing equipment not cleaned at required frequency

4-501.14

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Mar 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 31, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food Preparation

Inspector notes: The handwashing sink next to the fryers splashes water onto the staging area for food to be placed into the fryer. Install splash guard

3-305.14

Warewashing equipment not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: There is a buildup of food residue on the inside and outside of mechanical warewashing machine, which extends to the surrounding walls and floors of the area, THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Clean. A WAREWASHING machine shall be cleaned: (A) Before use; (B) Throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS and to ensure that the EQUIPMENT performs its intended function; and (C) If used, at least every 24 hours

4-501.14

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The wire racks above and below prep table have an accumulation of greasy soil adhering. Air vents at various locations of the ceiling have a heavy accumulation of dust adhering. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Broken tiling on wall near hand sink near 3-compartment sink, and on center floor in walk-in freezer. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizza Hut last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizza Hut on file is from Sep 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pizza Hut?

Across the inspection record, “warewashing equipment, cleaning frequency” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pizza Hut.

How does Pizza Hut compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Pizza Hut most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Pizza Hut's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pizza Hut 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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