Pizza Hut

1740 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282

Pizza

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Pizza Hut has four inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 16, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly two violations before.

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Pizza Hut's latest score of 100 sits above the Tempe average of 94. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 21, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: In use container (holding pepperoni) with excessive break/cracked along the side in the walk in cooler. PIC discarded the container. Ensure that food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils are in good condition and smooth and easily cleanable

4-202.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: *THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* There is excessive grease and soil residue on the walls and equipment around the prep and storage areas. Ensure that physical facility is cleaned as frequently as necessary

6-501.12

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Pressure (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The pressure of the water at the hand wash sink next to the make line was inconsistent. The sink would run for a few seconds, then the water would completely turn off. The PIC adjusted the valves under the sink and the water pressure was corrected. Ensure that water under pressure is provided to all fixtures

5-103.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* There is excessive grease and soil residue on the floors, floor drains, and walls around the prep areas, fryer, and three compartment sink. Ensure that physical facility is cleaned as frequently as necessary

6-501.12

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: There is excessive grease, dust, and soil residue on the floors and walls around the fryer, three compartment sink, under the dish machine, and behind/around the oven areas. Ensure that physical facility is cleaned as frequently as necessary

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizza Hut last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizza Hut on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pizza Hut?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pizza Hut.

How does Pizza Hut compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Pizza Hut most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 94.

Has Pizza Hut's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pizza Hut have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the 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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