The Counter by Morning Squeeze

1725 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Counter by Morning Squeeze five times, with records going back to 2025. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

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

The Counter by Morning Squeeze's latest score of 82 falls below the Tempe average of 95. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 16, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a large open box of raw shell eggs and numerous large plastic containers of whisked eggs prepared with whole eggs stored above ready-to-eat foods such as tomatoes and jugs of milk. Raw animal proteins must not be stored above ready-to-eat foods to prevent cross-contamination. Person in charge (PIC) and an employee moved the eggs and some of the ready-to-eat foods to correct during the inspection. Visible existing contamination of the ready-to-eat foods was not observed

3-302.11(A1-2)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket in an active prep station with a quaternary ammonium (quat) sanitizer concentration of 0ppm. Quat sanitizer solutions must be maintained at 200-400ppm. Employee remade sanitizer solution during inspection to correct

3-304.14

Feb 6, 2026

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw shelled eggs stored directly above american cheese, sour cream, and bagles at time of inspection. Discussed proper food storage with PIC. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed white fuzzy growth throughout 2 boxes of raspberries and a box of strawberries at time of inspection. Discussed frequency of inventory checks with PIC. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection

3-101.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a valid certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM onsite by next routine inspection. **3rd Consecutive Violation**

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed a build-up of ice formations on the condenser unit inside the walk-in freezer. Discussed cleaning frequency with PIC. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

May 28, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 25+ boxes of raw shelled eggs being stored on the floor of the main walk-in cooler. Per PIC, they received the shipment of eggs one day prior to inspection. Discussed food storage requirements with PIC. PIC relocated food to a proper storage area, at least 6 inches off the ground at time of inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises

3-305.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Jan 31, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Counter by Morning Squeeze last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Counter by Morning Squeeze on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Counter by Morning Squeeze?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Counter by Morning Squeeze.

How does The Counter by Morning Squeeze compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

The Counter by Morning Squeeze most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has The Counter by Morning Squeeze's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Counter by Morning Squeeze have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Counter by Morning Squeeze 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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