Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2024, Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 3, 2026. 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 three violations to closer to one violation per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Chandler average 96, so Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple sanitizer buckets with 500+ ppm concentration of quaternary ammonium. Observed the 3 compartment sink dispensing quaternary ammonium sanitizer at 500+ ppm concentration. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020 (200-400 ppm for establishment's quat). Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection
7-204.11
86
Oct 20, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket at the bar counter with 500ppm concentration of quaternary ammonium. Observed the 3 compartment sink dispensing quaternary ammonium sanitizer at 500 ppm concentration. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection
7-204.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, establishment only had expired test strips from 2021 available to test quaternary ammonium sanitizer. Accurate test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the cooler under the microwave, observed a container of cooked sausage with no date mark. Person in charge (PIC) stated item was prepared yesterday morning. In the reach in under the cold table near the walk in, observed a container of gravy with no date mark. PIC stated item was prepared yesterday morning. PIC added date marking at time of inspection. In the egg cooler next to the cooks line, observed a container of cooked bacon with a date mark of 09/30. PIC stated item was frozen the day it was made and pulled from the freezer yesterday. PIC updated with correct discard date. On the cooks line cold table, observed a container of cooked chicken with date mark of 09/29. PIC stated item was frozen the day it was prepared and pulled from the freezer yesterday. PIC updated item with correct discard date. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
70
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the reach in under the bar counter, observed a container of open V-8 with a date mark of 06/25. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. In the bar cooler across from the soda machine, observed 3 open bottles of bloody mary mix with no date marking. PIC unable to determine date items were opened. PIC discarded bloody mary mix
3-501.18
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leaking drain pipe under the handwash sink at the prep line. 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)
82
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a can of Raid spray on the bottom shelf of metal shelving next to the cooks line. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. Person in charge (PIC) removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed organic matter build up on the inside of the ice bin. Ice bine must be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold
4-602.11(E)
86
Nov 5, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 sausages in hot holding container to be at 132*F for less than an hour stated by PIC. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All sausages were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. 2nd repeat violation. Corrected at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dishwasher to automatically dispense improper level of sanitizer (chlorine measured 10ppm). Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Chlorine should measure at 50-100ppm. Instructed to PIC, the dishwasher to not be used until fixed. Dishes were moved from dishwasher to three compartment sink to be properly rewashed. Dishwashing machine was fixed by the end of inspection (chlorine was measured at 100ppm). Corrected at time of inspection
4-501.114(F1-2)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed written procedures not present at establishment. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Provided PIC with printed out procedure. Corrected at time of inspection
2-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed PIC (person in charge) to not have CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 3rd repeat violation. Correct prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed lack of handwashing signage at designated handwash sinks. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. Provided PIC with handwash sink stickers. Corrected at time of inspection
6-301.14
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large pot of cooked pork and pork broth actively being cooled in freezer on the floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Corrected at time of inspection
3-305.11
58
Sep 25, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 23, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: Multiple pans of deep plastic tubs filled with baked cooked potatoes placed by the walk-in door shelf, temperatures at 65 deg f . inquired regarding the tcs food cooling strategies. per manager, hot potatoes placed in tubs at 7am. 2 tier cooling reviewed. manager removed all, tcs , placed in flat metal pans and placed in walk-in freezer to facilitate a rapid cooling to establish 41 deg f . corrected. please monitor cooling for onsite prepared tcs
3-501.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: In the facility cookline, platic buckets of cooked meats, and cheese placed in the steam table, temperature at 116-122 deg f . informed manager. per kitchen staff at 1pm, metal pans are removed and food pans are transferred to plastic tubs . suggested to monitor hot holding. please utilize the onsite steam tables with metal pans and lids for each tcs food. manager removed food, reheated to 165 deg f . please monitor hot holding
3-501.16(A)(1)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Observed multiple knives not in use placed on the knife holder, observed organic buildup. frequency of the cleaning for the food cutting utensils reviewed. manager removed all knives, washed and sanitized them, also the magnetic knife holder was scrubbed, cleaned and sanitized at the time of inspection. corrected
4-601.11(A)
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Inquired food staff regarding the thermometer used to check food temps. staff were unable to locate a food thermometer, please obtain a metal stem thermometer to monitor, verify cooling, , hot holding and cold holding for tcs conducted on site. manager will order some food thermometers
4-302.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed at the cookline , under the reach-in food coolers, excessive organic build up and debris and articles. manager removed all articles on the floors, and cleaned the floors. corrected. frequency of floor cleaning reviewed
4-602.13
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location
Inspector notes: Observed numerous wet wiping cloth left on the food prep. surfaces, . informed manager. manager removed all wet towels. use of a designated sanitizer towel solution bucket reviewed
4-901.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch.
How does Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch compare to other restaurants in Chandler?
Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 96.
Has Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sunny's for Breakfast and Lunch 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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