Jerusalem International Market
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Jerusalem International Market has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 7, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded eight times.
Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Jerusalem International Market trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw animal food not cooked to required temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken and Gyro (Lamb) meat on a vertical rotisserie, but it was not turned on. Instructed PIC to remove the meats or turn the rotisserie on. Meat has to be continuously cooking when placed on the rotisserie. PIC turned the rotisserie on. Discussed proper cooking procedures
3-401.11(D2)
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink in back kitchen area near the 3 compartment sink without soap. Instructed PIC to stock it with soap. Discussed hand washing supply requirements
6-301.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed various sauces made prior to 24 hours ago without date marks. Instructed PIC to place date marks on all items. Discussed date marking requirements
3-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment operating without a certified food manager present
2-102.12(A)
70
Oct 22, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed cooking oil in spray bottle in bakery area of store with no label
3-302.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed large hole in wall in bread making area of back room at northwest corner of area. Walls are to be smooth and easily cleanable
6-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no staff on site with Certified food Protection Manager Certificate
2-102.12(A)
86
Oct 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed staff wash chicken at three compartment sink sanitization basin without wash, rinse and sanitize of basin after using. Food prep is to be completed in food prep sink between hand sink and three-compartment sink only. Staff washed, rinsed and sanitized three compartment sink before washing dishes. Advised staff that all food prep must be completed at food prep sink between hand sink and three compartment sink
4-702.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed gyro meat in small sandwich prep cooler and walk in cooler prepared the day before with no date mark. Observed rise in single use containers in walk in cooler for Indian style services with no date marks on containers. All food held for more than 24 hours must have either a made on date of discard date not exceeding 7 days after preparing. Advised staff to date mark food once it is confirmed that it has cooled to 41*F. Date marks were added to product
3-501.17
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed live cockroach run from beneath the three compartment sink and second dead cockroach on hallway next to walk in freezer. As per the owner, the building is treated once a month and the last treatment was two weeks ago. Asked that owner email or text copy of last pest control service invoice. Please text or email invoice on or before 10/23/2025
6-501.111(C)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed large hole in wall in bread making area of back room at northwest corner of area. Walls are to be smooth and easily cleanable
6-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no staff on site with Certified food Protection Manager Certificate
2-102.12(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed cooking oil in spray bottle in bakery area of store with no label
3-302.12
61
Jun 2, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager on site at establishment during inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
May 23, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed divider in place between food preparation areas limiting employee access to hand wash station in front prep area of hot food area. Hand sinks must be readily and easily available for staff to access. Divider was opened for access. Verify that access is still available at reinspection on June 2, 2025
5-204.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two spray bottles in kitchen with no label. Employee stated bottles held water for baking items. Spray bottles were labeled with the common name of what was placed inside. Advised staff to check labels on all spray bottles
7-102.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed that glass front display cooler had an ambient temperature of 52*F. Equipment must be at a temperature that holds food qt 41*F or lower. All temperature control for safety foods were discarded at time f inspection. Owner was informed and contacted repair company. A reinspection will be completed on 6/2/2025 to verify unit can hold food at 41*F or lower. No temperature control for safety foods may be placed in unit until fixed. Advised staff to verify food temperatures using metal stem thermometers
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager on site at establishment during inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
70
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water at hand sinks in establishment. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Manager arrived and relit pilot light at water heater for hot water to be available
5-202.12(A)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sandwich prep cooler in Indian food service area at an ambient temperature of 45*F. Cold hold units must hold food at 41*F or lower. Advised staff to monitor with themometers. Unit was turned down and dropped to 39*F>
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: During inspection no staff on site had the Certified Food Protection Manager Training. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
78
Oct 14, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: During inspection there was no person with a Certified Food Protection
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 4, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying devices at hand sink in Restaurant. All hand sinks must have soap and paper towels. Towels were added to hand wash station
6-301.12
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed that sandwich prep cooler across from shawarma equipment had an ambient temperature of 54*F. It was observed that the fans and condesor area of refrigerator was covered with thick frost, Staff emptied refrigerator and and placed foods in walk in cooler. Staff unplugged refrigerator to defrost and will verify temperatures are at level that holds cold food at 41*F or lower
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: During inspection there was no person with a Certified Food Protection
2-102.12(A)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jerusalem International Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jerusalem International Market on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jerusalem International Market?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Jerusalem International Market.
How does Jerusalem International Market compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Jerusalem International Market most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Jerusalem International Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jerusalem International Market have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jerusalem International Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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