Akai Hana

2293 N Pebblecreek Pkwy, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged six inspections at Akai Hana, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Goodyear restaurant, which scores around 98. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Floor and wall around cooking equipment have excess accumulation of debris. Excess debris accumulation observed around dry storage area. Thoroughly clean and do so as needed to keep debris from forming. *Fourth consecutive

6-501.12

Nov 3, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Heavy soil buildup found on floors, walls, and ceiling throughout facility (i.e. - under warewashing area, behind and underneath equipment)

6-501.12

Aug 25, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw, shelled, eggs found stored on wire shelf in walk-in cooler above RTE foods. No signs of overhead contamination witnessed at time of inspection

3-302.11(A3-8)

Food thawed using improper method

Inspector notes: Packages of filets of tuna found thawed on brown trays in walk-in cooler in original ROP packaging

3-501.13

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Food preparation sink on cook line separating from wall

4-402.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Heavy soil buildup found on floors, walls, and ceiling throughout facility (i.e. - under warewashing area)

6-501.12

Apr 8, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Food preparation sink on cook line separating from wall

4-402.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Heavy soil buildup found on floors, walls, and ceiling throughout facility

6-501.12

Food thawed using improper method

Inspector notes: Packages of ground and filets of tuna found thawed in walk-in and food prep coolers in original ROP packaging

3-501.13

Nov 6, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Walls and flooring has residue build up (i.e. - ware washing area; cooking area)

6-501.12

Aug 12, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Zero (0) ppm reading via testing strips found on food equipment surfaces immediately after mechanical dishwasher cycle

4-703.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Flooring has residue build up (i.e. - walk-in cooler, sushi prep area)

6-501.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Akai Hana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Akai Hana on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Akai Hana?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Akai Hana.

How does Akai Hana compare to other restaurants in Goodyear?

Akai Hana most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Goodyear average of 98.

Has Akai Hana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Akai Hana have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Akai Hana 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 Akai Hana inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Akai Hana is inspected around four times per year on average.

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