Inspection Report

Business Name
Hummus Xpress
Business Address
930 W BROADWAY RD TEMPE AZ 85282
Permit Number
FD-29001
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Immediate Suspension
Inspection Date
6/3/2026
Grade
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Re-inspection required

Violations

Violation #: 11

Description: Gross Insanitary Conditions that may Endanger Public Health (ISFD)

Comments:

8-404.11 - Priority: Ceasing Operations and Reporting. Addl Notes: Observed circumstances that may endanger public health. Observed in the kitchen of the facility the prep sink detached on the ground and the three-compartment sink detached from wall; both unable to be used. Observed a white zip tarp hanging from the ceiling from where the three-compartment sink was originally. Behind the tarp is missing drywall with exposed piping and organic matter. Per person in charge (PIC) the sinks have been detached for about a week without a known timeline for repair completion. Employees are unable to wash/rinse/sanitize dishes and are unable to wash and prep produce or other food items. The only sinks observed in the facility are a mop sink and one hand wash sink. Per PIC there are food items that need to be prepared, including produce that must be washed. Operator was observed to be washing potatoes in the hand wash sink and then proceeded to cut potatoes. Inspector embargoed potatoes and PIC discarded potatoes at time of inspection. Inspector discussed with PIC options to continue operations without a prep sink or three-compartment sink. Operator was given the opportunity to obtain store bought prewashed/precut produce from the grocery store to continue operating for 24 hours until the three-compartment sink could be re-installed so that establishment can properly sanitize equipment. Operator refused this option as PIC cannot obtain products nor find ingredients specific to the menu. Facility shall not operate until three-compartment sink and prep sink are properly installed and operating according to Code. Corrective Action: Correct at once.

Comments/Details

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.