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Sasaki Sushi & Bar

7373 E Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Sasaki Sushi & Bar has nine inspections in the public record. Sasaki Sushi & Bar was last inspected on Apr 21, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so Sasaki Sushi & Bar trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build up on the fan guards in the walk-in cooler. Discussed with Chef that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold
4-202.16
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed establishment with no certified manager present during inspection. Discussed with Chef that the establishment should have a certified manager present during hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
90
Dec 5, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a leaky sink nozzle located front of house in the bar. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. PIC stated a work order will be put in for this leak
5-205.15(B)
95
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an aerosol can of Hotshot flying insect spray on a cart near the ice machine
7-202.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. The CFPM certification for the person in charge was issued in December 2019 (5+ years ago) is expired. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed ice buildup on pipe below the fans in the walk in cooler. Observed the ice melting and dripping into plastic container
4-501.11
82
May 9, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
Inspector notes: Observed the hi temp dish machine in the back of house with temperatures ranging from 126-147*F. When food-contact surfaces are being sanitized with hot water in a dish machine, the surface temperature must reach at least 160°F as measured by an irreversible registering temperature measuring device to destroy pathogens that may remain on such surfaces after cleaning. The 3-Compartment sink was set up and will be used in the meantime. In-person reinspection will be on Friday, May 9th
4-501.114(A-E)
Warewashing Machines, Temperature Measuring Devices
Inspector notes: Observed a hi temperature dish machine and no testing device onsite. Sanitizing using high temperature ware-washing machines requires an irreversible measuring device to ensure food contact surfaces reach 160°F. Provide approved irreversible measuring device prior to re-inspection. Please email a photo of the temperature measuring device by Friday, May 16th to the inspector
4-204.115
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)
74
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 11, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Establishment is using paper menus again. On the paper menus, front page has a raw Tuna Tataki without a disclosure marking and no reminder verbiage on that page. On the middle pages, there is a reminder verbiage however, there are no disclosure markings for 10+ food items. On the back page for happy hour, there are no disclosure markings or reminder verbiage on 6 items
3-603.11
90
Aug 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dishwashing machine in use with 0 ppm of chlorine sanitizer. Dishwasher must have sanitizer kept in the concentration as stated on the bottle (50-100 ppm). Until dishwasher is at proper concentration, all dishes must be sanitized in the 3 compartment sink
4-501.114(A-E)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Establishment is using paper menus again. On the paper menus, front page has a raw Tuna Tataki without a disclosure marking and no reminder verbiage on that page. On the middle pages, there is a reminder verbiage however, there are no disclosure markings for 10+ food items. On the back page for happy hour, there are no disclosure markings or reminder verbiage on 6 items
3-603.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sasaki Sushi & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sasaki Sushi & Bar on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sasaki Sushi & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sasaki Sushi & Bar.

How does Sasaki Sushi & Bar compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Sasaki Sushi & Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Sasaki Sushi & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sasaki Sushi & Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sasaki Sushi & Bar 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 Sasaki Sushi & Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sasaki Sushi & Bar is inspected around five times per year on average.

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