The Van Buren

401 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Bar / Pub
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Aug 7, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The Van Buren has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Aug 7, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Phoenix restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed scoop with no handle used for scooping cheese items. 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
95
Mar 24, 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 pico de gallo (diced tomatoes) dated 03/04, stored past 7 days, in standing reach-in unit located beside freezer. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. 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). Also discussed datemarking requirements for freezing/thawing TCS food items. Provided datemarking guidance via email
3-501.18
86
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Van Buren last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Van Buren on file is from Aug 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does The Van Buren compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

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

Has The Van Buren's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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