Az Pho and Grill
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Az Pho and Grill has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 27, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up four times.
The city-wide average is 96, putting Az Pho and Grill squarely in typical territory. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
7
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. CFPM was not available upon request at time of inspection. Employees also did not have any food handlers cards available. Must obtain prior to next routine inspection. ** REPEAT VIOLATION**
2-102.12(A)
95
Mar 24, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Improper handwashing procedure
Inspector notes: Observed employee wash hands for less than 20 seconds without using soap. Employee was instructed to wash hands for 20 seconds using hot soapy water
2-301.12
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
Inspector notes: Observed low temperature dishwashing machine dispensing 0 PPM of chlorine sanitizer while actively being used. It was determined bucket of sanitizer had ran out and did not have an extra one. PIC made a service call at time of inspection and switched to manual warewashing, using quat sanitizer at 200 PPM. Will re-inspect on 3.27.26 4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Addl Notes: Observed build up of food debris on deli slicer food contact surfaces. PIC disassembled to be washed, rinsed and sanitized at time of inspection
4-501.114(F1-2)
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Establishment did not have probing thermometer at time of inspection. Must obtain prior to 3.27.26
4-302.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Establishment did not have chlorine or quat test strips to test sanitizer. Please obtain prior to 3.27.26
4-302.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Observed cooked flank steak, brisket, chicken breast, red pork, chicken wings, shrimp in walk-in cooler without a date
3-501.17
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Hand soap was not available at handwashing station adjacent to walk-in freezer. PIC restocked at time of inspection
6-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. CFPM was not available upon request at time of inspection. Employees also did not have any food handlers cards available. Must obtain prior to next routine inspection. ** REPEAT VIOLATION**
2-102.12(A)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: Observed several employee food and beverages stored throughout the kitchen and in food prep areas. PIC re-arranged foods to designated area at time of inspection
2-401.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed several bins of seasonings without labels
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
43
Nov 19, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Improper handwashing procedure
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cook washing hands with gloves still on. The employee removed her gloves and washed her hands
2-301.12
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw in shell eggs placed over jalapenos and a container of shredded carrot mix. PIC moved the eggs to the bottom shelf to prevent contamination
3-302.11(A1-2)
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the dish-machine at
4-703.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spring rolls and spring rolls made of rice paper holding 65F. PIC said they were made at 1pm today and placed in the refrigerator. The items were placed in containers with lids. The lids were removed and the food items were placed in the walk-in to cool properly
3-501.15(A)
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee jacket, purses, and drink stored above and next to a cutting board/prep table area. PIC moved all items. Personal belongings must be stored in designated areas to prevent contamination
6-403.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM present. Please have at least one CFPM present during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor. Employee picked the bag off the floor and stored it on a shelf
3-305.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy accumulation of soup/debris spillage on the floors of the walk in freezer. Please clean
6-501.12
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Sep 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Improper handwashing procedure
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee rinsing off hands in prep sink after picking a bag of onions off the floor. Employee was instructed to wash hands in the hand sink using hot water. Employee properly washed hands
2-301.12
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked shrimp and chicken at 58F cooling in bags that were closed. PIC moved the chicken to a 3 inch pan and left it uncovered to continue cooling in the refrigerator
3-501.15(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor. Employee picked the bag off the floor and stored it on a shelf
3-305.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy accumulation of debris and grease on the floor near the fryer area. Please clean
6-501.12
70
Jun 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored over pork and beef. Employee re-arranged the items to place the chicken on the bottom shelf
3-302.11(A1-2)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the low boy cooler by the kitchen entrance holding 55F. PIC moved all TCS food products out of the unit and will use a different refrigerator
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM present. A CFPM must be present during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shrimp thawing in sitting water. The shrimp was moved to the prep sink basin and cold water was turned on to allow for continuous flow
3-501.13
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoops used to scoop rice stored in 100F water. The scoops were removed from the water and cleaned
3-304.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy accumulation of debris behind the fryer and Wok station. Also observed an accumulation of grease/dust in the vents underneath the hood system. Please clean
6-501.12
64
Dec 3, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shelled eggs stored above washed cilantro in the walkin. Manager moved the eggs. Ensure that raw animal products are stored below the fruits and veggies
3-302.11(A1-2)
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Observed thawing pork only half covered by water, and sitting in container on the countertop. Reviewed thawing policy with manager. Ensure that thawing meats are put in the fridge, or fully covered by water and under constant running cold water
3-501.13
82
Oct 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
Inspector notes: Observed facility food prep. staff, all engaged in food prep. lines, all handling rte/food such as egg rolls, cooked beef, assembling plated and assembling shrimp rolls, including adding garnishing to food plates, all with bare hand. spoke to manager regarding the strategies to minimize bare hand contact with rte food. manager provided food handler gloves . employee training was provided at the time of inspection
3-301.11(B)
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Observed at the back food prep. pans of egg rolls at 68 deg f , as well as pans of spring roll and shrimp rolls, prepared on site left atop food prep. surfaces. Inquired from PIC regarding on site food temperature startegies. per manager facility utilizes time as a control daily chart. however, staff had not filled the food prep. charts. manager reviewed with food prep. staff. time of food prep. and 4 hours discard policy reviewed. manager will continue to monitor on site food is being documented on the forms daily prepared. filled by manager for egg rolls, spring rolls, and shrimp rolls. corercted
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed in the kitchen back food prep. area, onions placed on the kitchen floor. discussed with manager regarding use of a designated container or a designated shelf. manager relocated onions to a shelf. corrected
3-305.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Observed in the cookline , and the front service area, some of the wet wiping cloth left on the food counters. informed manager. manager prepared designated sanitizer solution. wet wiping towels removed. please monitor during the shift
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed at the ice machine interior, ice scoops placed in the ice machine. one immersed in ice. recommended. and reviewed with manager to keep handles out of consumable ice. use of a separate designated clean bucket for the ice scoop suggested
3-304.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Az Pho and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Az Pho and Grill on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Az Pho and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Az Pho and Grill.
How does Az Pho and Grill compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?
Az Pho and Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Gilbert average of 96.
Has Az Pho and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Az Pho and Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Az Pho and Grill 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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