Slim Chickens

9747 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85305

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jul 9, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Slim Chickens three times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jul 9, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Glendale restaurants. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 9, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 6, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed knife stored in-between two different cold holding units. Person in charge removed the knife and placed it in the sink to be washed rinsed and sanitized. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several pans that were nested together with water still trapped inside of them. Person in charge separated the pans so they could properly air-dry. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing

4-901.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulation of grease on both hoods in the kitchen frying area and grease accumulation under the fryers. Discussed with person in charge to clean the facility on a more regular basis. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Sep 24, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed knife being stored in-between the prep top unit hinged covers at the sandwich prep station. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed gasket on the walk-in cooler door that has become detached approximately halfway up the door: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Slim Chickens last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Slim Chickens on file is from Jul 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Slim Chickens?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Slim Chickens.

How does Slim Chickens compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Slim Chickens most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Slim Chickens' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Slim Chickens 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 Slim Chickens 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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