Roka Akor
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
100
Score
Roka Akor has been inspected 15 times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
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 four times across the record.
Restaurants in Paradise Valley average 96, so Roka Akor is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
15
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 17, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 17, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the chemical dispenser directly connected to the mop sink faucet located out back. Shut offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection
5-205.15(A)
86
Oct 14, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
Inspector notes: Observed 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer in the dish machine in the back of house. Chlorine sanitizer should be between 50-100 ppm to ensure the dishes are properly sanitized. In-person reinspection will be on Tuesday, October 14th. The PIC will use the 3 compartment sink in the meantime
4-501.114(A-E)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked ribs made more than a week ago per PIC and pickled red onions from 9/29 located in the walk-in cooler. 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). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection
3-501.18
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the chemical dispenser directly connected to the mop sink faucet located out back. Shut offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection
5-205.15(A)
Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish
Inspector notes: Observed no parasite destruction letters for the raw salmon served for sushi onsite. Parasite destruction records or letter from supplier are required for all non-exempt fish served raw or undercooked at establishment. Must provide parasite destruction letter from supplier prior to in person re-inspection on Tuesday, October 14th
3-402.12
58
Aug 12, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided link for in-person class
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 7, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Specialized processing method used without required variance
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment is creating their own ice cream base for direct-to-consumer consumption with milk and heavy cream. The ice cream is created in a machine by churning until frozen. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances OR utilize a 3rd party pasteurized base. Provided guidance document. After applying, please forward the confirmation email to the inspector by July 20th
3-502.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided link for in-person class
2-102.12(A)
86
Jul 22, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Specialized processing method used without required variance
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment is creating their own ice cream base for direct-to-consumer consumption with milk and heavy cream. The ice cream is created in a machine by churning until frozen. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances OR utilize a 3rd party pasteurized base. Provided guidance document. After applying, please forward the confirmation email to the inspector by July 20th
3-502.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided link for in-person class
2-102.12(A)
86
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Specialized processing method used without required variance
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment is creating their own ice cream base for direct-to-consumer consumption with milk and heavy cream. The ice cream is created in a machine by churning until frozen. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances OR utilize a 3rd party pasteurized base. Provided guidance document. After applying, please forward the confirmation email to the inspector by July 20th
3-502.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided link for in-person class
2-102.12(A)
86
Mar 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed facility without instructions on clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal instructions,
2-501.11
90
Nov 21, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2024
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: This is the 3rd repeat violation. On the walk in cooler shelving, observed raw quail eggs stored over raw daikon. On a speed rack in the walk in cooler, observed 2 pans of raw fish stored above trays of ready to eat cauliflower and bread
3-302.11(A1-2)
86
Jul 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: This is the 2nd consecutive violation. In the walk in cooler, observed cartons of raw quail eggs stored on a bags of carrots and tomatoes and, observed bags of raw tuna stored on the shelf above a box of butter. In the front kitchen, observed several drawers with raw fish stored over raw and cooked veggies
3-302.11(A1-2)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: This is the 2nd consecutive violation. In the front kitchen, observed a colander of onions sitting in the handwashing sink
5-205.11
Specialized processing method used without required variance
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler, observed a wheel of bleu cheese stored in an ROP bag. In the reach in deep freezer, observed several ROP bags of various cuts of beef. All foods had been placed in the bags over 48 hours prior. Bags were opened and foods were removed from ROP packaging
3-502.11
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler, observed ROP bags of thawing tuna that states to remove from bag when thawing. If stated on the bag, fish must be removed from ROP bag prior to thawing
3-501.13
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: By the entrance to the front kitchen, observed the sushi rice paddle stored in a container of water at 78*F
3-304.12
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Roka Akor last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Roka Akor on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Roka Akor?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Roka Akor.
How does Roka Akor compare to other restaurants in Paradise Valley?
Roka Akor most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Paradise Valley average of 96.
Has Roka Akor's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Roka Akor have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Roka Akor means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Roka Akor inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Roka Akor is inspected around nine times per year on average.
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