The Corporate Deli

1500 N Priest Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, The Corporate Deli has three inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The most recent report on file is from Dec 5, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking”, showing up two times.

Among Tempe restaurants, the typical score is 95; The Corporate Deli is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 5, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 26, 2025

Routine

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

View 5 violations

First aid supplies not properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed first aid kit and curaed bandages on the shelving unit next to the ice dispenser above tea urns and food related items. First aid supplies shall be stored in a area that is not for products intended for consumers. PIC placed first aid kit in office

7-208.11(B)

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

Inspector notes: Observed in the cooling unit located across from the grill line Time temperature control (TCS) foods ham, turkey, precooked chicken breast, ranch dressing without datemarking. PIC states that the food product have been in cooling unit since 11-24-25. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection

3-501.17

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food employee cup without a lid and a straw stored above the cooling unit across from the grill line. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area. PIC moved cup to an approved area at time of inspection

2-401.11

Cooking or baking equipment not cleaned every 24 hours

Inspector notes: Observed microwave in front kitchen area with soil accumulation. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch

4-602.12

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

Inspector notes: Observed kitchen knives that are used throughout food service sitting out on food contact surface of cooling unit. 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

May 1, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed trays of chopped lettuce and cut tomatoes in reach-in cooler without date markings. Employee stated that the lettuce and tomatoes were prepared two days prior and would be used throughout the rest of the week. 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). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Employee properly date marked foods at time. Discussed importance of properly date marking cut tomatoes and leafy greens with person in charge

3-501.17

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site at time of inspection. A 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 (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a strainer hanging on utensil storage rack with a frayed metal mesh filter. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Employee discarded damaged utensil at time

4-501.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed steadily leaking faucet at 3-bay sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Corporate Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Corporate Deli on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Corporate Deli?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Corporate Deli.

How does The Corporate Deli compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

The Corporate Deli most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has The Corporate Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Corporate Deli have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Corporate Deli 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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