Tam's Chinese Food

1714 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Tam's Chinese Food has six inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Across the inspection history, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, where the average is 97, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw shelled eggs stored directly atop cream cheese in the walk-in cooler at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper storage of raw and RTE animal proteins with PIC. 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)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked beef, chow mein, cooked chicken, and cooked orange sauce (51-75'F) being stored in lidded deep containers while in the process of cooling. Per PIC all the food items were placed in the walk-in within the last 2-3 hours. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling

3-501.15(A)

Apr 30, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed 4 tubs of dry goods in the storage room with scoop handles in contact with MSG, sugar, flour, and corn starch. Observed biomass accumulation, and dried food residue on the scoop handles at time of inspection. Discussed proper storage and cleaning procedures of in-use utensils with PIC. 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

No designated area for employee eating or drinking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed large pot of stew being stored in the walk-in cooler above plastic tubs of cut produce. PIC stated that the stew was personal employee food. Instructed PIC to place all employee food inside designated plastic tub and to make a space on the storage racks in the walk-in to store employee food in such a way that would prevent contamination to food products available for sale to the customers. Discussed proper food storage with PIC. PIC moved all personal food items to proper storage area at time of inspection

6-403.11

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed plastic container of cooked noodles(73'F) stored in the walk-in in the cooling process, while covered with a lid. Discussed proper cooling methods with PIC. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling

3-501.15(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed several small holes/gaps in the walls located in the restroom and adjacent hallway, rendering the areas neither smooth nor easily cleanable. 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. **2nd Consecutive Violation**

6-501.11

Sep 18, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leaking sink in the employee restroom, which resulted in a small pool of water in the restroom. Leaking pipe was being propped up with a can to catch the water. Leak was isolated to the restroom and the area was cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. Discussed proper maintenance of plumbing systems with PIC. 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

6-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tam's Chinese Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tam's Chinese Food on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tam's Chinese Food?

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tam's Chinese Food.

How does Tam's Chinese Food compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Tam's Chinese Food most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Tam's Chinese Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tam's Chinese Food have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tam's Chinese Food 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 Tam's Chinese Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tam's Chinese Food is inspected around four times per year on average.

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