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African Market Shop

721 E Guadalupe Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Meat Market
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

African Market Shop has been inspected seven times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 21, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up four times.

The city-wide average for Tempe sits at 95, putting African Market Shop on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the meat band saw covered with a rug, boxes, and small white dry particles and all prepping tables covered with brown/ yellow/white powders. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) all food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC started to wash the prep table and relocate rug and boxes. Discussed once meat band saw is cleaned to protect with food grade bags or food grade plastic wrap
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFPM prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Observed several dead German cockroaches and dried corn and other dried grains throughout the back of the facility. Discussed with PIC establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must remove dead pests to prevent the attraction of more pests. Also discussed to clean up all foods and grains off the ground to prevent the attraction of pests
6-501.112
82
Sep 4, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 13, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFPM prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Mar 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the hand wash sink and the three compartment sink storing empty boxes in the back of the facility. Discussed with the Person in Charge (PIC) the hand wash sink shall be maintained as accessible at all times. PIC relocated the boxes, and the sink was made accessible at time of inspection. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Inspector notes: Observed a frozen liquid buildup in the freezer in the back of the meat market. Discussed with PIC to remove buildup and fix/repair/replace the unit to avoid buildup. No contamination observed at time of inspection
5-403.12
86
Nov 8, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) a CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Inspector notes: Observed a frozen liquid buildup in the freezer in the back of the meat market. Discussed with PIC to remove buildup and fix/repair/replace the unit to avoid buildup. No contamination observed at time of inspection
5-403.12
90
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: >>>Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was African Market Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at African Market Shop on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at African Market Shop?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at African Market Shop.

How does African Market Shop compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

African Market Shop most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has African Market Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at African Market Shop have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is African Market Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, African Market Shop is inspected around four times per year on average.

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