The Bearded Barber

3434 W Anthem Way, Phoenix, AZ 85086

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited The Bearded Barber six times, with records going back to 2024. The Bearded Barber was last inspected on Oct 24, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to three violations.

Across the inspection history, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which The Bearded Barber's 90 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 24, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed set of knives stored in gap between prep cooler and prep table. In-use utensils shall 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 shall be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust along ceiling tiles next to kitchen vent covers, organic matter inside floor sink below bar counter, and food debris below bar counter. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Aug 27, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed house made orgeat and cortado with TCS milk ingredients in the reach in fridge with no date marking. 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). PIC stated TCS food items were prepared on 8/24. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Consecutive repeat: 2nd

3-501.17

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed air gap of less than one inch between the pipe for the prewash sink and prep sink by the dish pit. An air gap of 1 inch above the floor drain is required for backflow prevention. PIC adjusted PVC pipes to 1" above the floor drain at the time of inspection

5-205.15(B)

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

Inspector notes: Observed build up of organic matter on the ceiling of the walk in cooler and dust build up on the vent fans of the walk-in cooler

6-501.12

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several packages of raw ROP salmon thawed in prep table. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. PIC was instructed to take the ROP fish out of packaging at the time of inspection

3-501.13

Mar 25, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17

Oct 28, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 11, 2024

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chemical spray bottle nozzle facing toward citrus fruit and mint leaves at bar

7-201.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Observed in use dish machine with no test strips at time of inspection

4-302.14

Aug 15, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Bearded Barber last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Bearded Barber on file is from Oct 24, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Bearded Barber?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Bearded Barber.

How does The Bearded Barber compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

The Bearded Barber most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has The Bearded Barber's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Bearded Barber have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Bearded Barber 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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