Nekter Juice Bar

20022 N 67th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jul 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Nekter Juice Bar, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jul 17, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average is 97, putting Nekter Juice Bar squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 17, 2025

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: SECOND CONSECUTIVE. Observed heavy discoloration and deep cuts in the cutting board surfaces. All cutting boards must be maintained in good condition, smooth, and easily cleanable. Discussed resurfacing or replacing the cutting boards.

4-501.12

Jul 11, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness

Inspector notes: Observed the automatic sanitizer dispenser dispensing quat sanitizer at 0 PPM. Confirmed dishes had been washed, rinsed, and sanitized today. Alerted staff who plan to hand-dose quat to the recommended range of use 150-400 PPM until the automatic sanitizer dispenser can be adjusted. Staff correctly hand-dosed quat sanitizer at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of sanitation to reduce bacterial load. A reinspection of the automatic sanitizer dispenser will be conducted in 10 days

4-501.114(A-E)

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

4-501.12

Apr 30, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 19, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 18, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Capacity-Quantity and Availability

Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available onsite. Staff stated they had a work order already placed on their hot water and that a servicer was expected to arrive today to fix the hot water. In the meantime, staff were instructed to switch the breaker for the water heater. Staff stated the hot water returns around 1 hour after switching the breaker. Proper repair is required. A re-inspection will occur in 24 hours on the hot water. Discussed the importance of having hot water

5-103.11

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed heavy discoloration and deep cuts in the cutting board surfaces. All cutting boards must must be maintained in good condition, smooth, and easily cleanable. Discussed resurfacing or replacing the cutting boards

4-501.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: FORTH CONSECUTIVE No certified Food Manager was present at the time of inspection. In Compliance with the Food Code, Maricopa County requires a Food Manager present during operating hours. Emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources on where to acquire a Food Manager Certification

2-102.12(A)

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: THIRD CONSECUTIVE No certified Food Manager was present at the time of inspection. In Compliance with the Food Code, Maricopa County requires a Food Manager present during operating hours. Emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources on where to acquire a Food Manager Certification

2-102.12(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two open bowls of Chinese food, at a prep table, in the kitchen. No active contamination was observed. Employees were directed to put away the food, while engaged in food prep, and move to a designated area (the dining space) to eat and drink when on food prep breaks. Eating must always occur in a designated location away from food and food contact surfaces. Drinking from closed containers (sealable water bottles or cups with lids and straws) is permitted if drinks are stored in a designated area away from food and food contact surfaces. Discussed eating and drinking requirements with staff

2-401.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nekter Juice Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nekter Juice Bar on file is from Jul 17, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nekter Juice Bar?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nekter Juice Bar.

How does Nekter Juice Bar compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Nekter Juice Bar most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nekter Juice Bar have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nekter 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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