Shaghf Cafe

1250 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show eight inspections at Shaghf Cafe stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 17, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

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

By comparison, the average Tempe facility scores 95, putting Shaghf Cafe on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers, Availability
Inspector notes: Observed no Sanitizer on-site at time of inspection. PIC stated owner was at store aprox. an hour away buying chlorine/bleach. Informed PIC that Sanitizer needs to be on-site at all times for 3-compartment sink
4-303.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM on-site at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
90
Jul 29, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed establishment with bleach/chlorine onsite at time of inspection. No other approved sanitizer or approved method of sanitizing dishes (dish machine or other high temperature method) was observed onsite at time of inspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. When using bleach/chlorine to sanitize dishes, establishment must obtain chlorine test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge indicated there was no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Establishment was open and operating. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Jul 22, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed PIC handle customer payment, don gloves by touching the outside of gloves with soiled hands, and begin preparing customer beverages and food without washing hands before. Also observed PIC briefly wash hands for less than 10 seconds in handsink. 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. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands (turning off faucet with paper towel). Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. PIC properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning
Inspector notes: Observed establishment washing and rinsing food-contact surfaces without sanitizing after. Per PIC, food--contact surfaces are normally washed with detergent, rinsed, and left to air dry. PIC had no knowledge about how to properly sanitize food-contact surfaces and could not replicate proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedure at time of inspection. Observed establishment has bleach on-site but no drain stoppers or method to effectively maintain water level in three-compartment sink to properly sanitize dishes. Establishment does not have a high temperature dishwasher and does not sanitize with hot water. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Food-contact surfaces sanitized using chlorine sanitizer must be sanitized with a contact time of least 10 seconds. Must obtain drain stoppers and properly sanitize food-contact surfaces prior to re-inspection
4-702.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed PIC rinse beverage shaker in front handsink. Also observed PIC use handsink faucet to fill customer beverage cup at time of inspection. Handsinks must be maintained so accessible at all times and cannot be used for other purposes than handwashing so as to prevent the risk of contaminating food, clean food-contact surfaces, and clean linens. Also observed inoperable soap dispenser and paper towel dispenser at back handsink. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC provided another functioning soap dispenser and roll of paper towels for handwash sink at time of inspection
5-205.11
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bottle of Raid roach killer stored under table next to three-compartment sink. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed establishment with bleach/chlorine onsite at time of inspection. Per PIC, bleach is not used to sanitize dishes. No other approved sanitizer or approved method of sanitizing dishes (dish machine or other high temperature method) was observed onsite at time of inspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. If establishment uses bleach/chlorine to sanitize dishes, must obtain chlorine test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
Inspector notes: Observed open insect electrocution device stored above tea strainers/blenders on front counter. Insect control/Electrocution devices must retain insects, cannot be located over food prep areas, and must protect food and equipment from dead insects/insect fragments. Must relocate or remove insect control device prior to next routine inspection
6-202.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge indicated there was no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Establishment was open and operating. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
50
Feb 11, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food storage pans, spoons, and scoops soaking in a chlorine sanitizer solution with a measured concentration of 200+ ppm in the 3-compartment sink. Person in charge confirmed these food contact surfaces were being sanitized. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection
7-204.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed batter made with eggs, butter, and whipped cream made with dairy with internal temperatures of 46*F in a residential refrigerator. The person in charge indicated these foods are served in the establishment and were placed in the unit yesterday; person in charge indicated they did verify any internal temperatures today and they did not verify the ambient temperature of the refrigerator either. The measured ambient temperature of the unit using a min/max thermometer was 52.8*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Establishment must cease use of unapproved residential refrigeration and acquire adequate approved refrigeration
4-301.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed scoop for ice machine stored on top of ice machine. Observed small amount of dust on ice machine. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
74
Aug 20, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge indicated there was no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Establishment was open and operating. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an ice cream scoop stored in water with an internal temperature of 77*F; an employee took the scoop to be washed and brought it back. The establishment did not have any chemical sanitizers onsite, and the employee indicated they did not sanitize the scoop after washing and rinsing with hot water (180*F). Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. The person in charge purchased chlorine and the scoop was sanitized
4-702.11
Sanitizer test kit not available (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The person in charge was unable to provide chlorine test strips at time of inspection. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L (ppm) of sanitizing solutions must be available at the establishment to ensure that sanitizers are within an approved range
4-302.14
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Person in charge was unable to provide the inspector with a probing thermometer at time of inspection. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection
4-302.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge indicated there was no Certified Food Protection Manager onsite at time of inspection. Establishment was open and operating. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice cream scoop stored in water with an internal temperature of 77*F. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shaghf Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shaghf Cafe on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shaghf Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Shaghf Cafe.

How does Shaghf Cafe compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Shaghf Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Shaghf Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Shaghf Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shaghf Cafe 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 Shaghf Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shaghf Cafe is inspected around five times per year on average.