Sharko's Catering

4522 N 26th Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85017

Catering

License: Food Establishment - Food Catering

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Sharko's Catering appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Looking across the full record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Sharko's Catering trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two general use spray bottles containing unidentifiable liquids without identifying labels. Per food employee, one bottle contained glass cleaner and one bottle contained equipment cleaner. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Food employee properly labeled each general use bottle

7-102.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed utensils, glassware, and chemical containers obstructing access to handwash sink next to 3-compartment sink. Handwash sinks shall be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities shall be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Food employee removed items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust and debris along floor behind ice machine/reach-in freezer. Observed dust along fan cover besides cookline. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Jul 18, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container of cooked tomatoes with a date mark for 7/10 and a container of mashed potatoes with a date mark for 7/11. Per person in charge (PIC), date listed on containers denote day of food preparation. A food shall be discarded if: It exceeds the 7 days at 41ᵒF (except time it is frozen) or it is in a container/package that does not bear a date/day and has been held for > 24 hours and facility has no datemarking system in place. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection

3-501.18

May 19, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food employee touch nose with his gloved hands and then proceed to handle trays of food. Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC)

2-301.14

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed utensils and equipment blocking handwash sink next to 3-compartmentsink. Handwash sinks must be maintained to be accessible at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

Mar 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Specialized processing method used without required variance (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging for ready to eat as well as raw foods without variance approval from the county as well as procedures. Owner of establishment agreed to discontinue use of reduced oxygen packaging until approval form the county is received. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances

3-502.11

Sep 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 1, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sharko's Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sharko's Catering on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sharko's Catering?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sharko's Catering.

How does Sharko's Catering compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Sharko's Catering most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Sharko's Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sharko's Catering have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sharko's Catering 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 Sharko's Catering inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sharko's Catering is inspected around five times per year on average.

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