Island Teriyaki

5932 W Bell Rd, Glendale, AZ 85308
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Island Teriyaki five times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near zero violations per visit across recent inspections.

The city-wide average is 97, putting Island Teriyaki squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 11, 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 a rice scoop stored in a crockpot with the water (91°F) temperature below 135°F. Alerted manager who cleaned the rice scoop, replaced the water with hot water and adjusted the small crockpot to a hotter setting. 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 properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
95
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed egg rolls (118-120°F) cooling out at room temperature. Staff stated the egg rolls had been cooked 20 minutes before the temperature measurement. Staff moved the egg rolls into a standing refrigerator at the time of inspection to ACTIVELY cool. Discussed cooling requirements with staff. EHS recommended staff keep temperature logs to identify when items start the cooling process. Time Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods must start ACTIVE cooling when foods reach 135°F. TCS foods must cool from 135°F 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 135°F and 41°F or less within a total of 6 hours
3-501.15(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed heavy black buildup on the hood above the stove. Alerted manager who will have staff clean the baffles at close. Discussed the importance of keeping the hood clean and in good working order to ensure it functions properly. Establishment to clean the food prior to the next routine inspection
6-501.12
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Island Teriyaki last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Island Teriyaki on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Island Teriyaki compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Island Teriyaki most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Island Teriyaki's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Island Teriyaki have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Island Teriyaki 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 Island Teriyaki inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Island Teriyaki is inspected around three times per year on average.