The Bagel Man
Last inspected: Sep 17, 2025
74
Score
The Bagel Man has been inspected three times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 17, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “in-use utensils, between-use storage”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting The Bagel Man on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee with gloved hands crack shelled egg onto the grill, and without changing gloves and washing hands grabbed from container of sausage and American cheese slice from a stack. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Due to contamination observed embargoed container of sausage and American cheese stack and PIC voluntarily discarded the sausage and cheese. Also observed a coffee mug stored in a hand wash sink basin. Discussed with PIC hand wash sinks shall be maintained accessible and not used for anything other than washing hands
2-301.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handless scoops and scoops with handles stored with handle touching food. Discussed with PIC In-use utensils must be stored with the handles in an upright position above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed on hand wash sinks, splash guards and prep sink either missing/separated caulking or black/brown organic matter on existing caulking. Discussed with PIC all fixed equipment shall be smooth and easily cleanable and be sealed to prevent accumulation of organic matter
4-402.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed grease and dust buildup on the wall, on the floor, around the service window and electric outlets behind the ventilation system of the griddle. Discussed with PIC physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
74
Apr 22, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease and dust buildup on the wall, on the floor, around the service window and electric outlets behind the ventilation system of the griddle. Discussed with PIC physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handless scoops and scoops with handles stored with handle touching food. Discussed with PIC In-use utensils must be stored with the handles in an upright position above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
90
Oct 2, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
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)
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed under the bagel oven a pest control sticky trap filled with paper debris, snap traps with Doritos chips and dallops of peanut butter. Per PIC the board was placed there from the professional pest control company and provided an invoice. Discussed with PIC the snap traps, Doritos and dollops of peanut butter are not approved methods of pest control. PIC discarded the entire board at time of inspection
6-202.13
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handless scoops and scoops with handles stored with handle touching food in bins of salt, cornmeal, sesame seed, dried onion, poppy seed, flour and dough conditioner. Discussed with PIC In-use utensils must be stored with the handles in an upright position above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing
Inspector notes: Observed fixed equipment such as prep sink, three compartment sink, and all hand sinks to be with either missing caulking or caulking with dark black organic matter on existing caulking. Discussed with PIC when equipment is not easily moveable to be properly cleaned it shall be sealed to avoid trapping contaminates and creates a smooth cleanable surface. Also observed food debris and dust buildup on the walls and piping that runs along the walls above the prep area. Discussed with PIC to clean at a frequency that avoids accumulation of food and dust
4-402.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Bagel Man last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Bagel Man on file is from Sep 17, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Bagel Man?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Bagel Man.
How does The Bagel Man compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
The Bagel Man most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has The Bagel Man's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Bagel Man have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Bagel Man means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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