The Buffalo Spot

18450 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The Buffalo Spot has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting The Buffalo Spot on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Capacity-Quantity and Availability

Inspector notes: Observed maximum water temperatures between 65*F- 74*F at the handwashing sinks, 66*F at the three compartment sink, and 71*F at the mop sink. Hot water of: 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with high temperature. Per PIC, boiler is not working. Correct at once

5-103.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed ice buildup on the walk in freezer condensation line -- service condensation line/repair. Also observed prep table with an internal temperature of 59.1*F per inspectors min/max thermometer. Employees using ice to keep TCS foods 41*F or below. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Buffalo Spot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Buffalo Spot on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does The Buffalo Spot compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

The Buffalo Spot most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has The Buffalo Spot's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Buffalo Spot have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Buffalo Spot 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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