Africa Staples

12801 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85378
African
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged seven inspections at Africa Staples, the earliest from 2025. The most recent report on file is from Mar 12, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

The city-wide average sits at 98, which Africa Staples' 95 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed a large broken section of flooring in back storage area. Educated PIC that physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-101.11
95
Jul 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 12, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 31, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the floor in the back storage area with the tile cut into and bare ground exposed. PIC states the landlord had to access a pipe in the ground and used backhoe to dig up the floor. PIC states the landlord has intentions to repair the floor, but has not provided a timeline for repair. Educated PIC that all floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95
Jan 23, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 3, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Africa Staples last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Africa Staples on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Africa Staples compare to other restaurants in Surprise?

Africa Staples most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Surprise average of 98.

Has Africa Staples' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Africa Staples have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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