The Green Woodpecker

3110 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Other
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, The Green Woodpecker has four inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The Green Woodpecker was last inspected on Apr 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at 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)
95
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Person in charge was unable to provide probe thermometer at time of inspection. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection
4-302.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at 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)
86
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed salsa, beans, and pastor held beyond the 7 day date mark. Beans made on 7/3 Pastor made on 7/1 and salsa made on 6/27 with todays date being 7/10. Had person in charge discard items upon inspection held past the 7 days
3-501.18
86
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Green Woodpecker last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Green Woodpecker on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Green Woodpecker?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Green Woodpecker.

How does The Green Woodpecker compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

The Green Woodpecker most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has The Green Woodpecker's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Green Woodpecker have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Green Woodpecker means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.