Rips

3045 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Bar / Pub
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Rips, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting Rips on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present on-site at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION
2-102.12(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of slimy green/grey organic matter in ice machine. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
90
Sep 19, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager present on-site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rips last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Rips?

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

How does Rips compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Rips most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Rips' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rips have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rips 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 Rips inspected?

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