Shane's Rib Shack

2501 W Happy Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85085

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Shane's Rib Shack, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 16, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

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

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed baked beans 108*f degrees and pork ribs 114*f degrees inside hot boxes. Per PIC items were insides units less than 2 hours

3-501.16(A)(1)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: *2nd repeat* Observed leak from handwash sink p-trap located next to establishment mop sink. All plumbing shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Establishment shall repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Aug 21, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak from handwash sink p-trap located next to establishment mop sink. All plumbing shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Establishment shall repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust/food debris along floor next to cook line and along floor below storage racks at back of establishment. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Jun 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed staff working with food with no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Repeat violation: 2nd

2-102.12(A)

Feb 14, 2025

Routine

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

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Sanitizer test kit not available (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed discolored and out of date (exp 2020) quat test strips in use at the 3-compartment-sink. Test strips did not accurately portray the quat concentration of the sanitizer. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Tested sanitizer with department-provided test strips which showed 200ppm quat, within manufacturer's specifications. PIC ordered new quat test strips for the sink. Advised PIC to use chlorine test strips and bleach available at the location to sanitize the sink until the new quat test strips arrived

4-302.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was on-site during the inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Per PIC, only the manager, who was not on-site, had a CFPM license. Advised the PIC to talk to manager about having CFPM certified employees or remaining on-site during operational hours to satisfy the requirement

2-102.12(A)

Dec 3, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 22, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shane's Rib Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shane's Rib Shack on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shane's Rib Shack?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shane's Rib Shack.

How does Shane's Rib Shack compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Shane's Rib Shack most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Shane's Rib Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shane's Rib Shack have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shane's Rib Shack 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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