Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill

4731 E Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 3, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited two times.

Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill's latest score of 90 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 3, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager onsite at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed cove base missing in dining area along the walls with seating and by the restrooms. In facilities which use water flush cleaning methods coved base is sealed to wall and floor and in facilities which do not use water flush cleaning methods the coved base should be closed to 1 mm. PIC stated remodel is scheduled and cove base will be added to whole establishment

6-201.13

Oct 21, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee move cutting board used to cut raw chicken with visible raw chicken pieces still on board then without washing hands, touch the handle of a wok and continue cooking food. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. PIC instructed employee to wash hands at the time of inspection

2-301.14

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked steak 110*F-123*F and chicken egg rolls 118*F-125*F in steam table at the time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. PIC stated TCS foods had been in the steam table for less than one hour and discovered there was not enough water in the steam table. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed mop sink hot water handle not in operation at the time of inspection. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. PIC called work order in for mop sink at the time of inspection

5-205.15(B)

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed cove base missing in dining area along the walls with seating and by the restrooms. In facilities which use water flush cleaning methods coved base is sealed to wall and floor and in facilities which do not use water flush cleaning methods the coved base should be closed to 1 mm. PIC indicated establishment will have cove base installed by the end of the year

6-201.13

May 20, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 5, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill.

How does Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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