Ramen Time
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
47
Score
Ramen Time, located at 1857 N Scottsdale Rd in Tempe, AZ, had a high-risk inspection on January 29, 2026, with a score of 47. This inspection identified two critical violations, three major violations, and three minor violations, including issues with clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events and protection from cross-contamination. The facility's inspection history shows a pattern of high-risk outcomes across its three recorded inspections.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
47
Aug 22, 2025
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
50
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
35
Violations — Jan 29, 2026 Inspection
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no written procedures for clean-up of bodily fluids, vomiting, and diarrheal events on site or spill biohazard kit. Written procedure for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Helped the manager to purchase spill biohazard kit at time of inspection and educated manager with procedures and documentation for bodily fluid clean-up procedures. This is a repeat violation
2-501.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a fan was put inside the handwash sink in the kitchen and two buckets were placed in front of the sink. The handwash sink was not accessible at time of inspection. All handwash sink must be accessible at all times. Manager removed the fan and the buckets at time of inspection
5-205.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in fridge by the 3-compartment sink have raw eggs stored above RTE cheese and chashu. 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. Manager moved the raw eggs to the bottom shelf at time of inspection
3-302.11(A1-2)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chlorine concentration at 3-compartment sink at bar area measured less than 10 ppm at time of inspection. Reviewed the sanitizer concentration parameters with manager. Manager re-prepared the chlorine sanitizer to 50-100 ppm at time of inspection
4-501.114(A-E)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed tofu, cooked eggs, cooked pork, cooked chicken in the coolers and fridges without datemarks at time of inspection. Manager stated the above food items were prepared 48 hours prior to 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). Manager put proper datemarks on above food at time of inspection
3-501.17
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed dead cockroaches under ware wash machine and wok station. Manager stated they get monthly pest control services. Advised manager to remove and discard of dead pests frequently when found. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem
6-501.111(A-B,D)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed heavy buildup of fats, oils, and grease on the walls behind and on the floors under the cooking line and deep fryer. Observed food debris and black organic under ware wash station. Conduct a deep clean of the walls and floors throughout the kitchen
6-501.12
Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
Inspector notes: Observed ventilation hood systems with accumulation of grease. Filters or other grease extracting equipment shall be designed to be readily removable for cleaning and replacement if not designed to be cleaned in place. Advised manager to frequently clean ventilation hood systems and filters to ensure safety and prevention of grease fires
4-202.18
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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