Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall

5223 S Priest Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jul 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 29, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

By comparison, the average Tempe facility scores 95, putting Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jul 29, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two large boxes of apples stacked in front of the only hand washing sink in the kitchen, blocking the sink from being used. Informed PIC that access to the sink cannot be blocked at any time; it must always remain open and accessible for hand washing. PIC removed the boxes from in front of the sink and stored them properly at time of inspection. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

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

Inspector notes: Observed two boxes of apples and a box of oranges stored directly on the floor of the kitchen, below the hand sink and three-compartment sink. Informed PIC that food must be stored at least 6 inches off of the ground at all times. PIC relocated the boxes and properly stored them 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

Mar 7, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 3, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 5, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall on file is from Jul 29, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Towneplace Suites Tempe at Arizona Mills Mall 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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