Tempe Water and Ice Store

7520 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Tempe Water and Ice Store has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 19, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Tempe Water and Ice Store's latest score of 86 falls below the Tempe average of 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 19, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) a 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 a blue water softener tank in the back of the facility to have a leak. Discussed with PIC to fix/repair/replace as all equipment shall be in good repair. Per PIC the softener is obsolete, and parts are hard to find

5-205.15(B)

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Observed facility to store computer parts and equipment from their other business throughout the back of the facility on shelves next to equipment and items used for the food permit. Per PIC they also do electronic repair from the facility. Discussed the computer parts and equipment that is not necessary for the food permit shall be stored separately. Also discussed if equipment isn't used for either business to not store onsite

6-501.114

Apr 23, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed a blue water softener tank in the back of the facility to have a slight leak. Discussed with PIC to fix/repair/replace as all equipment shall be in good repair

4-501.11

Nov 6, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed holes in wall around the drainage pipe of the ice cream scoop water well. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) to have the openings closed and sealed to avoid the pests

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed a blue water softener tank and the faucet at the three compartment sink to have a slight leak. Discussed with PIC to fix/repair/replace as all equipment shall be in good repair

4-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed at the three-compartment sink to have a white film buildup creating the basins to no longer be a smooth and cleanable surface. Discussed with PIC to clean the three-compartment sink at a frequency to avoid accumulation. PIC cleaned the three compartment sink at time of inspection

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tempe Water and Ice Store last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tempe Water and Ice Store on file is from Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tempe Water and Ice Store?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tempe Water and Ice Store.

How does Tempe Water and Ice Store compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Tempe Water and Ice Store most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Tempe Water and Ice Store's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tempe Water and Ice Store have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tempe Water and Ice Store 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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