Aruma Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
86
Score
Aruma Cafe, located at 2011 E Apache Blvd in Tempe, AZ, underwent a low-risk inspection on April 13, 2026. This inspection identified one major and one minor violation concerning hand drying provision and food separation. Across ten previous inspections, Aruma Cafe has consistently maintained a low-risk status.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
86
Aug 11, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
95
Jul 31, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
64
Jun 12, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 5, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
50
Aug 6, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 2, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation.
86
Jul 29, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 corrected on site.
74
Violations — Apr 13, 2026 Inspection
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink behind register with no paper towels and being blocked by two large trash cans. Informed PIC that handwash sinks must be supplied with an approved hand drying provision at all times and that facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed sugar and rice being stored underneath 3-compartment sink. Informed PIC that any products intended to be used/served to public must be stored away from dirty dishes and chemicals to avoid contamination
3-302.11(A3-8)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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