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Nektar Juice Bar

2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Nektar Juice Bar has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Nektar Juice Bar was last inspected on Jan 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Nektar Juice Bar's 90 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leak at the faucet of the prep sink at time of inspection. Observed leak from the drainpipe (soap side) of the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. Observed leak from the cold-water handle of the handwashing sink in the back of house at time of inspection. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop in ice bin with handle in direct contact with ice. 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. Repeat violation: 2nd Consecutive
3-304.12
90
Jun 18, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple wet wiping cloths stored on counters throughout establishment. Per person-in-charge, wiping cloths are used to wipe counters and food-contact surfaces. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop in ice bin with handle in direct contact with ice. Also observed scoop in frozen raspberry container in direct contact with food. 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
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) onsite at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Jan 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 30, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The person in charge was unable to provide quaternary ammonia test strips at time of inspection; the establishment used quaternary ammonia for sanitize food contact surfaces and equipment. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L (ppm) of sanitizing solutions must be available at the establishment to ensure that sanitizers are within an approved range
4-302.14
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping bucket with 0 ppm quaternary ammonia sanitizer. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nektar Juice Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nektar Juice Bar on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nektar Juice Bar?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils, between-use storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nektar Juice Bar.

How does Nektar Juice Bar compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Nektar Juice Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Nektar Juice Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nektar Juice Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nektar Juice Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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