4 Sons Food Store

3150 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

4 Sons Food Store appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting 4 Sons Food Store on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 2, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: *3rd Consecutive Violation* No CFPM on-site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed employee handwash sink and 3-compartment sink leaking at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulated dirt and garbage underneath the shelving units in the back left storage room. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Oct 27, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed establishment operating without a certified food manager present

2-102.12(A)

Jun 6, 2025

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed build up of dust on ceiling in ice machine/soda syrup storage room

6-501.12

May 28, 2025

Routine

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: No paper towel is available in employee hand wash sink in the kitchen. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing

6-301.12

Time used as public health control not properly documented

Inspector notes: Observed pizza with cheese and meat products between 114*F-126*F under time as a control without a time stamp or written procedures for time as a control. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. PIC stated TCS pizza is not held for more than two hours per company policy. PIC was provided with time as a public health control written procedures

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

Food thermometer not available or accessible

Inspector notes: The facility does not have a probing food thermometer. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection

4-302.12

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed build up of dust on ceiling in ice machine/soda syrup storage room

6-501.12

Nov 7, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: No paper towel is available in employee hand wash sink in the kitchen. Manager provided the item

6-301.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 4 Sons Food Store last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 4 Sons Food Store on file is from Jan 2, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 4 Sons Food Store?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 4 Sons Food Store.

How does 4 Sons Food Store compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

4 Sons Food Store most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has 4 Sons Food Store's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 4 Sons Food Store have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 4 Sons Food Store 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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