Snakes & Lattes

20 W 6th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Snakes & Lattes stretching back to 2024. Snakes & Lattes was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Snakes & Lattes' latest score of 100 sits above the Tempe average of 95. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises 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)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leak from the faucet at the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling in the back kitchen in disrepair and is missing tiles at time of inspection. Observed multiple sinks throughout the facility that have become unsealed from the wall at time of inspection. Re-caulk sinks throughout the facility. Observed broken floor tile and hole in the wall near the walk-in at time of inspection. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
86
Aug 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed no cold water available under pressure at the handwashing sink next to the ice machine at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, cold water, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises 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)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leak from the faucet at the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling in the back kitchen in disrepair and is missing tiles at time of inspection. Observed multiple sinks throughout the facility that have become unsealed from the wall at time of inspection. Re-caulk sinks throughout the facility. Observed broken floor tile and hole in the wall near the walk-in at time of inspection. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
78
May 1, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ROP'd salmon still in the package thawed in a drawer unit under the grill. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection. Repeat violation: 2nd Consecutive
3-501.13
95
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Observed multiple wet wiping clothes on the counter near the coffee machine. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leaks from multiple faucets throughout the kitchen at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair. Repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed roof leaking in the back of house at time of inspection. Observed multiple holes in the walls throughout the facility at time of inspection. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 2nd Consecutive
6-501.11
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ROP'd salmon still in the package thawed in a drawer unit under the grill. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection
3-501.13
82
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed roof leaking in the back of house at time of inspection. Observed multiple holes in the walls throughout the facility at time of inspection. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Snakes & Lattes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Snakes & Lattes on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Snakes & Lattes?

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Snakes & Lattes.

How does Snakes & Lattes compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Snakes & Lattes most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Snakes & Lattes' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Snakes & Lattes have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Snakes & Lattes 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 Snakes & Lattes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Snakes & Lattes is inspected around four times per year on average.