Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery

7215 S Power Rd Queen, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 3, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery's latest score of 82 falls below the Queen Creek average of 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

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

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Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed deep plastic container of auju sauce cooling in walk-in cooler

3-501.15(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

Inspector notes: Observed personal beverages stored on prep table

2-401.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several wet wiping cloths on prep table

3-304.14

Jul 21, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed rough concrete floor at dish area. Talked to manager about cleanability. Ensure that floors throughout the kitchen are smooth/ easily cleanable and non-absorbent

6-201.11

Mar 3, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in hard-to-reach areas had an accumulation of food debris

6-501.12

Feb 20, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 11, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cooks were observed handling raw fish and raw hamburgers. They then changed gloves without washing their hands before continuing to handle food

2-301.14

Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: On the cook's line, the bacon sauce, mushroom sauce, gravy, and chili beans with cooked meat were at 91F-120F after 2hrs of being in the reheating process. On the steam table on the service line, the cheese sauce and cheese soup were at 130F-161F after 2hrs of being in the reheating process

3-403.11

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

Inspector notes: Three containers of chipotle ranch dressing made in-house had a date mark 2/2. Cooked chicken wings and cooked mushrooms yesterday had a date mark of today 2/11

3-501.18

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Knives on the cook's line were stored with blades between the countertops

3-304.12

Aug 6, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed brisket and pork cooked one day prior in pans covered with foil at 46-47*F. Discussed proper cooling procedure and temperatures. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135*F to 70*F within two hours and then cooled to 41*F or below within another 4 hours. Had PIC discard both items. See embargo

3-501.14

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw beef above a bag of carrots in the walk in cooler. Discussed proper storage and had PIC move beef to be properly stored

3-302.11(A1-2)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed gun and holster behind bar with organic growth build up. Had bartender wipe down gun with sanitized towel and clean holster. Discussed regular cleaning to preclude build up

4-602.11(E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed pipe under 3 comp sink leaking onto the floor. Please repair so that pipe no longer leaks

5-205.15(B)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery compare to other restaurants in Queen Creek?

Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Queen Creek average of 95.

Has Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery 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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