Ja Ramen

5845 W Baseline Rd, Laveen, AZ 85339
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Ja Ramen appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. Ja Ramen was last inspected on Mar 10, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up four times.

Ja Ramen's latest score of 86 falls below the Laveen average of 95. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations, every shift and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed front door being propped open, no air-curtain available. Discussed with PIC that required to have means of preventing pests from entering facility
6-202.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leaky faucet at 3-compartment sink next to dishwashing machine. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
86
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed pipe leaking at handwash sink in women's restroom. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
Mops not properly air-dried after use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet mop drying on floor near prep-table. Discussed with PIC that wet mop shall be place to air-dry away from food being prepared
6-501.16
86
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scooper for ice machine stored on top of ice machine without plate or container. Discussed with PIC that scooper required to be stored in sanitized container or plate to prevent contaminating ice with dirt or dust debris
3-304.12
90
May 22, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Dec 13, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ja Ramen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ja Ramen on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ja Ramen?

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

How does Ja Ramen compare to other restaurants in Laveen?

Ja Ramen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Laveen average of 95.

Has Ja Ramen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ja Ramen have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ja Ramen 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 Ja Ramen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ja Ramen is inspected around four times per year on average.