Venezia's

15620 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Pizza

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Venezia's has been inspected seven times since 2024. Venezia's was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Across the inspection history, “equipment and utensils, air-drying required” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Venezia's on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 20, 2026

Routine

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

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed deli slicer stored as clean and ready to use with visible meat food debris underneath blade. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC instructed employee to take apart deli slicer and properly wash, rinse, and sanitize before use

4-601.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed build up of food debris on the wire shelving unit next to ice machine at the time of inspection. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

4-602.13

Oct 13, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed containers stacked and put away as clean still wet at the time of inspection. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. Instructed staff to leave dishes unstacked and allow them to properly air-dry before stacking them. Consecutive repeat: 2nd

4-901.11

May 2, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed in the steam table containers of meatballs in marinara sauce at 100-110*F as measured internally with a calibrated probe thermometer. Per PIC, items had been in the steam table for over 4 hours at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed containers being stacked and put away as clean while still wet. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. Instructed staff to unstack containers and allow them to properly air-dry before stacking them

4-901.11

Jan 15, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 13, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food obtained from unapproved source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed frozen, cooked meatballs in reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) in the walk-in freezer with dates indicating they had been packaged over 48 hours ago. Also observed frozen, cooked lasagna in ROP that had been packaged within the past 48 hours. PIC stated ROP items are from the commissary associated with operational permit FD-73243. ROP variance for FD-73243 has yet to be approved. Informed PIC that the since the variance is not yet approved, ROP meatballs and lasagna are not packaged in compliance with food law. Had PIC discard items that had been in ROP packaging for more than 48 hours and remove any items that had been packaged within 48 hours from ROP packaging. Discussed when reduced oxygen packaging may be used without a variance (use within 48 hours); PIC was given handout. All food must be obtained from an approved source as defined by law

3-201.11(A-B)

Jun 20, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed organic matter on inside panels of ice machine. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch

4-602.11(E)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed scoop in flour bucket with handle in contact with the cornmeal. 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. Notified PIC that handles should remain out of the food it is being stored with

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: At prep table closest to the walk-in, observed gaskets to be in disrepair preventing the doors from fully closing. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Told PIC to have the gaskets repaired by the next routine inspection. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Venezia's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Venezia's on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Venezia's?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils, air-drying required” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Venezia's.

How does Venezia's compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Venezia's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Venezia's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Venezia's have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Venezia's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Venezia's is inspected around four times per year on average.

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