Royal Palms Resort & Spa

5200 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Royal Palms Resort & Spa appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 28, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“System maintained in good repair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Royal Palms Resort & Spa's latest score of 74 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed high temperature dish machine being used to wash dishes at time of inspection. After running the dish machine three times observed maximum water temperatures with irreversible thermometer at 153.7°F , 155.3°F , and 141.4°F

4-703.11

Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two bottles of wine stored in the bar ice well in contact with ice used as an ingredient for drinks (ice scoop in the ice)

3-303.11

Sep 15, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build up on the upper inner portion of the ice machine. Discussed with Chef that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold

4-602.11(E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak in the bar area under the ice bin area at the end of the bar. Chef called for service at time of inspection. Discussed with chef that all equipment should be maintained in good condition

5-205.15(B)

Jun 30, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 2 bags of raw sea bass thawing in the cook line drawer still in its original packaging. Chef had staff remove from packaging at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that all fish should be removed from its original packaging when thawing

3-501.13

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build up on the fan guards in the walk-in produce cooler. Discussed with Chef that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold

4-101.19

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak under the dish pit scrub down area. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be maintained in good condition

5-205.15(B)

Feb 13, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 18, 2024

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed portion of wall and baseboard exposed under the sink at the dish machine. Discussed with Chef that all walls and junctures should be maintained in good condition

6-201.13

Nov 12, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: Observed several items on the menu that were missing an asterisk next to the item that identifies the item as an item that can be served undercooked. The items included a burger and chilaquiles. Discussed with Chef that all items that can be served undercooked should be identified as such. A re-inspection will be conducted on 11/21/2024

3-603.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed portion of wall and baseboard exposed under the sink at the dish machine. Discussed with Chef that all walls and junctures should be maintained in good condition

6-201.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Royal Palms Resort & Spa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Royal Palms Resort & Spa on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Royal Palms Resort & Spa?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Royal Palms Resort & Spa.

How does Royal Palms Resort & Spa compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Royal Palms Resort & Spa most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Royal Palms Resort & Spa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Royal Palms Resort & Spa have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Royal Palms Resort & Spa means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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