Sunshine Convenience Market

2531 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2024, Sunshine Convenience Market has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 29, 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.

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Sunshine Convenience Market's 86 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 29, 2026

Routine

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

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Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of Raid pest control spray on a rack near the three-compartment sink. Person in charge (PIC) removed the can at time of inspection. 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

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Sep 4, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 28, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Temperature Measuring Devices, Food-Accuracy (corrected on site)

4-203.11

Feb 19, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Establishment does not have a valid certified food protection manager. Previous CFM certificate expired in 2012, per records. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Discussed that a CFM must be available at all time to answer food safety questions for employees. Discussed retaining records onsite for CFM and employee food handler certificates. Obtain a CFM from an ANSI certified program prior to the next routine inspection

2-102.12(A)

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sunshine Convenience Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sunshine Convenience Market on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sunshine Convenience Market?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sunshine Convenience Market.

How does Sunshine Convenience Market compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Sunshine Convenience Market most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Sunshine Convenience Market's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sunshine Convenience Market 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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