Samurai Sam's
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
78
Score
Samurai Sam's, located at 4801 E Washington St in Phoenix, AZ, underwent a low-risk inspection on January 6, 2026. This inspection resulted in one critical and two minor violations related to food protection, product integrity, and cleaning practices. Across four scored inspections, Samurai Sam's has historically maintained a low-risk status.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
78
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Violations — Jan 6, 2026 Inspection
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
2-102.12(A)
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a pitcher of sauce in the walk-in cooler with a mold-like substance. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection
3-101.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build-up occurring in the walk-in cooler, on the walls, shelving racks, and fans. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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