Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul

16842 E Parkview Ave Fountain, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul five times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 23, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Fountain Hills restaurant scene, where the average is 92, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Observed knife sleeve constructed of tape. Maintain surfaces constructed of smooth and easily cleanable materials

4-101.11(B-E)

Jul 10, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak below three compartment sink. Repair in an approved manner and maintain it in good working order

5-205.15(B)

Mar 13, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: In reach-in refrigerator, observed cartons of raw eggs stored over packaged cooked chicken and other packaged ready-to-eat foods. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No single use towels available at kitchen handwash sink. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Nov 14, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed soiled surfaces like shelving, fryer and griddle, refrigerators, sinks, etc. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul.

How does Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul compare to other restaurants in Fountain Hills?

Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fountain Hills average of 92.

Has Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sun Baked Food 4 the Soul 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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