Vine Tavern & Eatery

975 E Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Vine Tavern & Eatery has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 21, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Tempe restaurants. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage

Inspector notes: Observed metal food holding pans were stored wet and stacked together. PIC says they have a night crew do dishes and they will be instructed to rewash metal pans upon arrival. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing

4-901.11

Nov 12, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 25, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Single-use articles reused

Inspector notes: Observed single use seasoning containers with labels covered with tape stating that the ingredients are different than the original label. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be re-used for storage of food. When refilling seasonings from bulk the containers shall be washed between uses and designed as reusable food safe containers. Also discussed when scoops are stored in foods the scoops shall have handles and be stored upright not touching the food product

4-502.13(A)

Apr 15, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2024

Routine

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

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Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spray bottles of oven cleaner, bleach sanitizer and an unknown blue chemical hanging over the three compartment sink storing clean and dirty dishes. Discussed with PIC that all chemical bottles shall be labeled with common name of the chemical product and stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. PIC relocated spray bottles to safer location and took away use of the unlabeled/unknown blue chemical

7-201.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) in facility at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC a CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed either separated/ missing caulking or organic matter on existing caulking at the three-compartment sink, dish pit area and prep sink on the cookline. Discussed that all fixed equipment that is not easily moved to be properly cleaned shall be sealed with caulking to create a smooth and cleanable surface

4-402.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vine Tavern & Eatery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vine Tavern & Eatery on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Vine Tavern & Eatery compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Vine Tavern & Eatery most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Vine Tavern & Eatery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vine Tavern & Eatery have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Vine Tavern & Eatery 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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