Underbelly Meat Co

1605 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
American
License: Food Establishment - Meat Market
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Underbelly Meat Co appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 14, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“Food storage - preventing contamination from the premises” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, where the average is 97, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 7, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge(PIC) stated that they have completed CFM certification but does not have records available on the premises, and is not sure if it is up-to-date. Discussed with PIC the need for a CFM on the premises at all times
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed half-pig hanging in the walk-in cooler with legs touching the ground. PIC stated that the pigs stretch out over time and that they were originally stored 6 inches above the floor. PIC was advised to re-adjust the hanging meat more frequently in order to prevent contamination from the premises. Pig was raised at the time of inspection
3-305.11
90
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Reduced oxygen packaging criteria not met
Inspector notes: Observed Raw and frozen meat products in reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) that was packaged in the facility with a previously approved HACCP plan. ROP product labels did not display safe handling instructions, Frozen products did not state "keep frozen until use", and temperature logs could not be provided at the time of inspection. Discussion was held with PIC about the HACCP conditions and documentation requirements
3-502.12(B1-3,B5-6,D1,D2a,D2f-h,D3,E2-4)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Observed facility-made sandwich spread including tomatoes without date marking. All facility made, ready-to-eat, Temperature control for safety foods must be date-marked if not used or discarded within 24 hours of preparation and must be discarded after 7 days in cold-holding. Facility-made spread was date marked per the date the PIC stated
3-501.17
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed half-pig hanging in the walk-in cooler with legs touching the ground. PIC stated that the pigs stretch out over time and that they were originally stored 6 inches above the floor. PIC was advised to re-adjust the hanging meat more frequently in order to prevent contamination from the premises. Pig was raised at the time of inspection
3-305.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge(PIC) stated that they have completed CFM certification but does not have records available on the premises, and is not sure if it is up-to-date. Discussed with PIC the need for a CFM on the premises at all times
2-102.12(A)
74
Jan 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed pig hanging from ceiling with bottom of pig within 6 inches from the ground in facility walk-in. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Person-in-charge (PIC) stated establishment received shipment this morning and was in the process of sorting and hanging food products. PIC stated food product will be raised higher off the ground
3-305.11
95
Oct 3, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Underbelly Meat Co last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Underbelly Meat Co on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Underbelly Meat Co?

Across the inspection record, “food storage - preventing contamination from the premises” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Underbelly Meat Co.

How does Underbelly Meat Co compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Underbelly Meat Co most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Underbelly Meat Co's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Underbelly Meat Co have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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