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Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant

3015 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016
African
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged seven inspections at Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant scores about where you'd expect for a Phoenix restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager present at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed stand up refrigerator closest to the east wall gasket to be in disrepair and ambient temperature to measure 44-46*F. Instructed staff to keep all TCS foods in alternative refrigeration units. 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
90
Jul 22, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFPM onsite at time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: An over the counter ice machine observed with organic matter build up. Informed PIC that ice machines need to be cleaned more frequently to ensure that no build-up of matter occurs. Per PIC, ice machines will be cleaned more frequently
4-602.11(E)
90
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee observed touching face and personal items while prepping food and proceeded to grab a knife to continue cutting veggies. Employee was advised to wash hands and they properly washed hands. Discussed examples of when to wash hands. Discussed glove use limitations. Per FDA Food Code 2017, food employees must wash their hands after any activity which may result in contamination of the hands this includes handling raw meats, touching bare human body parts (except arms), coughing or sneezing, using the toilet, and handling dirty equipment or utensils
2-301.14
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Establishment serves raw and/or undercooked meat (Kitfo) and the menu had no consumer advisory. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection within 10 business days
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFPM onsite at time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: An over the counter ice machine observed with organic matter build up. Informed PIC that ice machines need to be cleaned more frequently to ensure that no build-up of matter occurs. Per PIC, ice machines will be cleaned more frequently
4-602.11(E)
70
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dirt in kitchen on wall behind stove top and on spice bottles. Bottles in bar fridge are dirty as well as where the joining of wall and floor in fridge becoming rusty. Between wooden planks on bar floor have accumulation of dirt. As well as women's bathroom has gap between wall and tile allowing accumulation of dirt. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Discussed filling in bathroom floor gab with grout with person in charge. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
95
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant.

How does Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant 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 Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.

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