Paradise Hawaiian BBQ

18 W Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2025, Paradise Hawaiian BBQ has five inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Paradise Hawaiian BBQ's 86 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in walk in cooler. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
86
Aug 15, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning
Inspector notes: Observed PIC wash spatula at 3-compartment sink with no proper sanitization. 3-compartment sink is not conveying sewage properly, unable to drain sanitizer compartment to be filled with new sanitizer. Observed PIC sanitized spatula by running it under sanitizer dispenser for a few seconds and store item as clean. Establishment observed equipped with no means of warewashing due to 3-compartment sink not conveying sewage. Establishment is not equipped with alternative means of warewashing. Discussed proper sanitization requirements at time of inspection. Fix conditions immediately to ensure establishment is equipped with means of warewashing
4-702.11
Conveying Sewage
Inspector notes: Observed 3-compartment sink and prep sink located in kitchen not conveying sewage. Sewage observed sink basins and unable to drain. 3-compartment and prep sinks were observed to be unusable due to sewage. Sewage must be properly conveyed at all times and waste lines must be maintained to accommodate use of sink fixtures draining to them. Repair drainage immediately such that waste water is properly conveyed
5-402.13
74
May 19, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of raw chicken stored above raw beef in the walk in. Informed PIC that raw animal proteins must be stored according to final cooking temperature. PIC properly stored the raw animal proteins according to final cooking temperature at time of inspection. Provided PIC with the food storage chart via email. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee dredge pork in raw egg wash and place it on the grill. Once it was cooked the employee took it off of the grill and touched the cooked pork with the same gloves to cut it. Informed employee that when working with raw animal product, hands must be washed, and new gloves must be dawned prior to handling cooked/RTE products. Once instructed to wash hands, the employee washed the outside of their gloves in the three-compartment sink. Informed employee that gloves need to be removed before hand washing and that hand washing must only occur in the hand sink. Employee removed gloves and properly washed their hands in the hand sink and dawned new gloves at time of inspection. Instructed employee to discard the pork and make a new one. Pork was discarded at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of cooked beef with the lid on top cooling in the bottom of the cold holding unit at 67*F. PIC informed that it was cooked about 2 hours prior. Informed PIC that all items cooling need to be left uncovered so that cooling can help be facilitated. PIC removed the lid at time of inspection. 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
3-501.15(B)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two containers of raw beef stored on the floor of the walk-in. Informed PIC that food must always be stored at least 6-inches off of the ground. The food was removed from the ground and properly stored at time of inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensils stored in a hot well with water at 97*F. Informed PIC that the water for in-use utensils needs to be at least 135*F. PIC turned up the heat for the well at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that the hot well should be placed on 'hot' instead of 'warm'. 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
64
Jan 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chicken, cooked beef patties and cooked beef measured 118-125'F on grilltop. PIC stated food items were made less than an hour prior and is expected to be sold out soon. Suggested time as control for items in question since it would benefit establishment's operations and needs. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above
3-501.16(A)(1)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed macaroni and cheese salad, in-house made kimchi and cooked cabbage with no datemarking in walk-in unit. PIC stated macaroni and cheese salad was cooked on 01/20, and, kimchi and cabbage were prepped on 01/18. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in door not closing properly or self-latching. Also observed gasket of walk-in door to be in minor disrepair. 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensils in hot well, water measured 66'F. PIC stated they had forgot to turn hot-well on. Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with food in ice machine at time of inspection. PIC was instructed to wash hands, don gloves and remove ice scoop to be washed and sanitized at time of inspection. 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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Paradise Hawaiian BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Paradise Hawaiian BBQ on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Paradise Hawaiian BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Paradise Hawaiian BBQ.

How does Paradise Hawaiian BBQ compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Paradise Hawaiian BBQ most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Paradise Hawaiian BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Paradise Hawaiian BBQ have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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