Ahipoki Bowl

1515 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2024, Ahipoki Bowl has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 27, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed miso soup in soup warmer measuring 120F. PIC reported soup was made when store opened over four hours prior to inspection. PIC discarded miso soup at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above

3-501.16(A)(1)

Aug 5, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 30, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM is required to be onsite during all hours of operation. PIC stated they are taking the training. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Feb 4, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed walk-in door not self-closing and not self-latching. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Nov 14, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: Observed new menu additions of raw fish items ("Tuna Limu", "Tuna Lava") with incomplete consumer advisory on digital menu shown on display screens located above food prep table on service line. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection. Re-inspection scheduled for 10/31/24

3-603.11

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spicy tuna (47'F), sushi tuna (48'F) and crab meat mix (51'F) being cooled in deep containers with lids covered. PIC stated food items were prepped 3 hours prior. PIC removed lids at time of inspection. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means

3-501.15(B)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ahipoki Bowl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ahipoki Bowl on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Ahipoki Bowl compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Ahipoki Bowl most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Ahipoki Bowl's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ahipoki Bowl have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ahipoki Bowl 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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