Whataburger

2901 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Across the available record, Whataburger has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “hand drying provision”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Whataburger trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No paper towels or hand drying device available at the hand wash sink in the ware wash area. PIC provided paper towels. Ensure that all hand wash sinks have paper towels or hand drying device available at all times

6-301.12

Oct 20, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At time of inspection no paper towels were available at hand sink to left of three compartment sink. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC replaced paper towels.====At all times each hand sink needs to be stocked with paper towels

6-301.12

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Establishment has time as control for food safety for cut tomatoes; cut lettuce; and assortment of cheeses. At time of inspection all food labels indicated expiration at 8am today. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC stated employees were not applying correct label. Time of inspection is 2:40pm. PIC applied correct time for new food change at 2:30pm. =======If utilizing 4 hours and no temperature control: The food has to be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point the TCS food was removed from temperature control

3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed hot water handle at mop sink leaks; also hot water handle at three compartment sink. Also 2 drains missing drain grate/drain baskets. Notified Person In Charge (PIC).=====Dripping/leaking faucet handles

5-205.15(B)

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed several holes inside walls by roof ladder access. Notified Person IN Charge (PIC). Also observed ceiling vent coming off above three compartment sink. Notified Person =====Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable

6-201.11

Oct 9, 2024

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed in upright refrigerator behind main cook line with open raw ground beef patties directly stored above open raw shelled eggs. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC moved raw shelled eggs away from open raw ground beef. ====Separating types of raw animal foods from each other during storage, preparation, holding and display by using separate equipment for each type, arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination is prevented, and preparing each type of food at different times or in different areas

3-302.11(A1-2)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed two separate floor drains with no drain grates or drain baskets. Notified Person In Charge (PIC).====Missing floor drain grate

5-205.15(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whataburger last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Whataburger on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Whataburger?

Across the inspection record, “hand drying provision” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Whataburger.

How does Whataburger compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Whataburger most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Whataburger's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whataburger have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Whataburger 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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