Stand up Live & Copper Blues
Last inspected: Oct 17, 2025
100
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Stand up Live & Copper Blues stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 17, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.
The pattern that stands out is “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment”, which has been cited two times.
Among Phoenix restaurants, the typical score is 97; Stand up Live & Copper Blues is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Oct 17, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Non-Continuous Cooking of Raw Animal Foods: Documentation
Inspector notes: Observed partially cooked chicken wings being cold held in prep fridge unit. Chef stated that wings are cooked in the oven to 145*F, cooled, then cooked fully cooked in deep friers. Non-continuous cooking of raw animal proteins requires prior approval of written procedures by department
3-401.14(F)
90
May 28, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed 30+ fruit flies in the ware washing area, near the bar walk-in cooler and at the inside bar. Pest control treatments are received regularly, and a new company has recently been contracted. Discussed pest harborage conditions such as unprotected outer openings (doors and windows), pooling water and soil/debris. PIC will contact the pest control company for an additional treatment. Re-inspection 5/27
6-501.111(C)
90
Feb 4, 2025
Food AMC Trainings
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hose attachment connected to mop sink faucet with atmospheric vacuum breaker extended below flood rim of sink and rest in sink basin. PIC moved end of hose above flood rim of mop sink at time of inspection. Non-testable anti-siphon vacuum breaker devices are designed to protect potable water supplies from the back siphonage of non-health hazard cross-connections and low flow, non-continuous pressure installations. Discussed with PIC removing the hose from the faucet when it is not in use to ensure an air gap is present. An air gap on all water supply lines must be present. Correction Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed hand sink faucet loose from base of sink located in far corner at large indoor bar. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-202.13
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed main chemical dish machine test at 10ppm of chlorine sanitizer. Per person-in-charge (PIC), dish machine has been in use but was determined it had not been primed. Dish machine was primed and tested at 50ppm of chlorine sanitizer at time of inspection. Observed both bar dish machines test at 0ppm of chlorine sanitizer. PIC primed dish machines and ran multiple times at time of inspection. Dish machines tested between 0ppm and 10ppm of chlorine sanitizer at time of inspection. PIC closed off both bar dish machines and stated dishware will be relocated to main dish machine until repairs can be made. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION
4-501.114(A-E)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee fill ice container with ice located on floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Ice containers were placed on rack located 6 inches above the ground at time of inspection
3-305.11
70
Sep 20, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken being stored above raw ground beef in walk-in unit inspection. Further observed raw ground beef burger patties being stored above raw pork items in walk-in unit. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chemical warewashing machine dispensing chlorine sanitizer solution at 0ppm. Chlorine sanitizer solutions shall be within approved concentration range of 50-100pm. Observed volume of sanitizer solution container connected to machine to be low. PIC replaced solution with a new container and chemical warewashing machine observed dispensing chlorine sanitizer solution of 50ppm. Suggested PIC to check sanitizer solution with test strips prior to restaurant opening for service to ensure all warewashing is sanitized at proper concentrations. PIC moved all dishware previously washed to be cleaned and sanitized under new concentration
4-501.114(A-E)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mopping equipment stored in handwashing sink located by warewashing area. PIC removed mopping equipment at time of inspection. Handwashing sink shall be used for handwashing purposes only and shall be readily accessible without obstruction. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed rusting on shelfing of dish rack next to 3-comp sink, where dishes and plates are stored clean. Suggested PIC to resurface shelfing or replace unit to prevent potential contamination. Food contact surfaces must be clean to the sight and touch. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Stand up Live & Copper Blues last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Stand up Live & Copper Blues on file is from Oct 17, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Stand up Live & Copper Blues?
Across the inspection record, “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Stand up Live & Copper Blues.
How does Stand up Live & Copper Blues compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Stand up Live & Copper Blues most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Stand up Live & Copper Blues' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Stand up Live & Copper Blues have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Stand up Live & Copper Blues 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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