Chow's Ramen&Hibachi

7650 S Mcclintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85284

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2024, Chow's Ramen&Hibachi has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 22, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Restaurants in Tempe average 95, so Chow's Ramen&Hibachi trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

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 large containers of sauce stored under raw chicken and raw beef inside walk-in cooler. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature

3-302.11(A1-2)

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed no covered trash receptacle in female restroom. Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection

5-501.17

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice scoops at both rice hot holding equipment used and in water at 73*F temperature. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) in-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were taken to the dish area to clean at time of inspection

3-304.12

Aug 27, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 8, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the mop sink faucet with a hose and a sprayer attached to the faucet while not in use. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) the hose w/ sprayer attached to the faucet with this type of backflow prevention device is prohibited (due to constant pressure). PIC took the hose off the faucet and says it will only be attached when in use

5-202.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed knives stored with dry food debris on a magnetic strip above the prep table in the back of the kitchen near the hand wash sink. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) all food-contact surfaces and equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took knives to get cleaned and cleaned the magnetic strip at time of inspection

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed dried food debris and dust on the prep table wall, all the sheet trays on the speed rack and all the shelves in the back of the restaurant prep area. Discussed with PIC to clean at a frequency to prevent accumulation of dust and food debris

6-501.12

Single-use articles reused

Inspector notes: Observed throughout the facility large soy sauce single use containers being reused for other seasonings and sauces. Discussed with PIC Single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be re-used for storage of food. Discussed to replace with food safe reusable containers

4-502.13(A)

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several food containers wet stacked and stored as clean in the dish area. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) proper cleaning procedures are to wash, rinse, sanitize and thoroughly air dry before stacking away as clean. PIC unstacked the containers to allow for proper airdrying

4-901.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chow's Ramen&Hibachi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chow's Ramen&Hibachi on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Chow's Ramen&Hibachi compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Chow's Ramen&Hibachi most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Chow's Ramen&Hibachi's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chow's Ramen&Hibachi have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chow's Ramen&Hibachi 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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