Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery

1740 E Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Food Production

Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery was last inspected on Feb 19, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 19, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 30, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 6, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 5 open rodent traps with bait located under dish machine at bar, behind reach-in fridge next to bar, and under prep table for food production. Discussed with person-in-charge (PIC) approved trapping methods. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. PIC discarded all open rodent traps at time of inspection

7-206.12

Outer openings not protected against pests (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed screen door connecting outdoor area to kitchen with gap under door. PIC closed solid door at time of inspection and no gap was observed. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors

6-202.15

Jul 8, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed door of refrigeration unit located by hot-holding unit in disrepair. Unit in question also observed to be in disrepair as ambient temperature of unit was measured at 58'F. PIC had put a work order in prior to inspection. Refrigeration unit is not used to store TCS food items, per PIC. No TCS food items found in unit at time of inspection. 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery 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 Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Authentic Ethio African Spices & Bakery is inspected around two times per year on average.

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