Peterson African Market

2647 W Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Aug 1, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Peterson African Market has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Aug 1, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 1, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Capacity-Quantity and Availability
Inspector notes: Observed no water supplied to establishment bathroom handwash sink and toilet. Only retail packaged food sold at food establishment. Hot and cold water under pressure is required at all sink fixtures. Establishment water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food establishment. Establishment shall remain open as permission and access to bathroom of adjacent suite is maintained. Agreement between food establishment and adjacent business giving permission to utilize bathroom is attached to report. Establishment handwash sink and bathroom shall be supplied with water prior to re-inspection on 8/1/25
5-103.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed glue traps with dead mice in storage room at back of establishment. Establishment shall be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures shall be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Person in charge (PIC) removed/cleaned up glue traps with dead mice from establishment. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency and limiting pest attractants
6-501.112
86
Jan 17, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Repackaged Food with flower and grains not labeled with Establishment information for traceback. Discussed with owner proper labeling
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed surfaces and floors of soiled with dirt with debris buildup. Discussed regular cleaning of premises
6-501.12
90
Oct 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed plastic bags full of cooking ingredients such as milled flour without any type of identifying information or labels on the package. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3). Correct prior to next routine inspection
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Peterson African Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Peterson African Market on file is from Aug 1, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Peterson African Market compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Peterson African Market most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Peterson African Market's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Peterson African Market have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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