Sunshine Market

2302 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Retail Food

Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

The inspection history at Sunshine Market is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent report on file is from Feb 26, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around zero violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 26, 2026

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of Hot Shit pesticide stored in the utility sink area in the back stock room. Discussed proper pest control parameters with PIC. 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

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw shelled eggs stored over bottle drinks in the walk-in cooler. Per PIC, the beverages below the raw shelled eggs is a storage area for distressed/prestocked merchandise. Discussed proper food storage with PIC. 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(A3-8)

Service Sink

Inspector notes: Observed service sink basin removed from its designated location with faucet handles and a chemical dispenser remaining fixed to the wall. Floor drain is still operation and being used to discharge sewage. Discussed the importance of maintaining all sinks approved for use during Plan Review inspection in good repair and not moved for any reason without prior approval from Maricopa County. Replace utility sink prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-203.13

Aug 12, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sunshine Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sunshine Market on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Sunshine Market compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Sunshine Market most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Sunshine Market's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sunshine Market have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sunshine 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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