Samarkand Restaurant

7823 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021
Other
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Samarkand Restaurant nine times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

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

9
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 14, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 8, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2025
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 beef stored above ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables 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)
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Apr 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
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Oct 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Samarkand Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Samarkand Restaurant on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

How does Samarkand Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Samarkand Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Samarkand Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Samarkand Restaurant have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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