The Habit Burger Grill

1817 E Guadalupe Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The Habit Burger Grill has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly two violations before.

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

Restaurants in Tempe average 95, so The Habit Burger Grill is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 8, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink next to the ice cream machine to not be stocked hand soap. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided soap at the handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed food and liquid debris on the shelves across from the ice cream machine and also observed food debris on the wall in the prep area of the kitchen. Discussed with PIC physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink next to the ice cream machine to not be stocked with paper towel or hand soap. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided paper towel and soap at the handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.12

Ventilation Hood Systems, Drip Prevention

Inspector notes: Observed separated/missing/broken and hanging high temperature caulking and grease drippage along the fixed equipment under the ventilation hood on the main cook line. Discussed with PIC all fixed ventilation equipment shall be sealed with high temperature caulking to create a smooth, easily cleanable surface to prevent accumulation of grease and drippage over food contacts surfaces

4-204.11

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed missing/separated caulking around the mop sink, between the hand wash sink and the three compartment sink and around the hand sink on the cook line. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) all fixed equipment that is not easily moveable to properly be cleaned shall be sealed with caulking to create a smooth and cleanable surface and prevent accumulation of contamination

4-402.11

Ventilation system not cleaned properly

Inspector notes: Observed the air intake of the ventilation system to have buildup of grease. Also observed the caulking around the ventilation system is missing or separating created more buildup around the unit. Grease buildup is collecting on the wall behind the flat top grill. Discussed with PIC to clean as frequently enough to avoid accumulation of grease build up and dust. Also discussed to clean and replace caulking to create a smooth and cleanable surface and to avoid caulking particles from contaminating foods

6-501.14

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease build up under the flat top grill storing a used burger spatula. Also observed grease build up on equipment like thermometers, doors, drawers and handles on the cook line. Discussed with PIC to clean at a frequency required to avoid buildup of grease

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Habit Burger Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Habit Burger Grill on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Habit Burger Grill?

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

How does The Habit Burger Grill compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

The Habit Burger Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has The Habit Burger Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Habit Burger Grill have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Habit Burger Grill 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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