Shawarmania

20280 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308

Greek / Mediterranean

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Shawarmania has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. On Apr 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Compared to other Glendale restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no handwashing soap at two handwashing stations located front of house and back of house. 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 provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.11

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two cans of Raid and two containers of Zevo Insect killer spray located front of house underneath POS system. 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

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken in a container covered with plastic wrap on the floor of the walk in cooler underneath shelving. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. PIC moved the chicken to the shelving at time of inspection

3-305.11

Dec 5, 2025

Routine

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

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Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed dishes being sanitized in the three-compartment sink, with the quat sanitizer measuring below 150 PPM. Alerted the manager who added more quat tablets to the solution. After dissolving the tablets and stirring the quat solution measured (200 PPM). Discussed the importance of checking hand-dosed sanitizers each time they are made to make sure they reach the appropriate concentration

4-702.11

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes and shredded cabbage sitting out at room temperature. Staff stated they pulled these foods from the walk-in 1 hour prior to temperature measurement, and they intend to keep them on a 4-hour time control. They did not have a time control policy or a method of documenting discard times. Alerted the manager and worked on a time control policy. Discard times were documented on stickers affixed to the containers

3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shawarmania last inspected?

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

How does Shawarmania compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Shawarmania most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

Has Shawarmania's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shawarmania have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shawarmania 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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