Kura Sushi

1949 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Kura Sushi has six inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Kura Sushi is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 4, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked eel meat in manufacturer's reduced oxygen packaging and labeled "keep frozen" thawing in an under-counter reach-in refrigerator. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. PIC directed employee to remove eel from packaging during inspection

3-501.13

May 1, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed masago (smelt roe) thawing in manufacturer's reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) in a reach-in refrigerator. The instructions on the packaging state "keep frozen." All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection

3-501.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed condensate dripping inside the back of the lower compartment of the prep-style refrigerator closest to the kitchen entrance on the south side of the building. Food was stored to prevent contamination from condensate. 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

Dec 17, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution concentration at in-use mechanical dishwasher was measured at 0ppm during inspection after priming the machine several times and replacing the sanitizer container. Ensure chlorine sanitizer solutions are maintained at 50-100ppm. Sanitation company adjusted machine and concentration of 100ppm was attained during the inspection

4-501.114(A-E)

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sides of salmon in manufacturer's ROP with instructions stating "keep frozen" thawing under refrigeration in a reach-in refrigerator. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection

3-501.13

Aug 8, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed numerous types of sushi fish prepped at ambient temperature and thawed scallops cooling in tightly-covered or wrapped containers in reach-in refrigerator. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Person in charge (PIC) instructed employees to remove cellophane wrapping and lids until items are cooled to 41'F. Items were within parameters for proper cooling times and temperatures

3-501.15(B)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kura Sushi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kura Sushi on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Kura Sushi compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Kura Sushi most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Kura Sushi's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kura Sushi have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kura Sushi 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 Kura Sushi inspected?

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

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