Kings up in Smoke Shop

10250 E Apache Trl Apache, Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Other
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Kings up in Smoke Shop three times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Oct 31, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Apache Junction restaurant, which scores around 93. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Oct 31, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed dozen of shelled eggs stored directly above hot dogs and lunchables in walk-in cooler
3-302.11(A1-2)
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in employee restroom. PIC provided hand soap at time of inspection
6-301.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler holding ambient air temperature of 45*f at time of inspection. It was determined that the thermostat was set at 45*F and was adjusted to 38*F at time of inspection. Walk-in cooler ambient air temperature reached 38*F by end of inspection
4-301.11
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Low light intensity in hallway for packing ice. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection
6-303.11
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: Observed several personal food stored throughout the walk-in cooler. Please designate an area for personal food to prevent contamination
2-401.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed bags of ice packaged in establishment with no label to identify the place of origin. Basic requirements for ice bags are 1) Name of Product; 2) Processor Name; 3) Processor Address or Phone Number. Please correct prior to next routine inspection
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
61
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed container used for ice stored in handwashing sink next to ice machine. Also observed step ladder, broom and duster stored directly in front of handwashing sink. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Please keep handwashing sink accessible at all times.**repeat*** 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Addl Notes: Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink next to ice machine
5-205.11
90
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed container used for ice stored in handwashing sink next to ice machine
5-205.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed bags of ice packaged in establishment with no label to identify the place of origin. Basic requirements for ice bags are 1) Name of Product; 2) Processor Name; 3) Processor Address or Phone Number. Please correct prior to next routine inspection
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kings up in Smoke Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kings up in Smoke Shop on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kings up in Smoke Shop?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kings up in Smoke Shop.

How does Kings up in Smoke Shop compare to other restaurants in Apache Junction?

Kings up in Smoke Shop most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Apache Junction average of 93.

Has Kings up in Smoke Shop's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Kings up in Smoke Shop have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Kings up in Smoke Shop means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.