Sushi Ave

866 N Higley Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sushi Ave seven times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 20, 2026. 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.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Gilbert sits at 96, putting Sushi Ave on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 20, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Medicines stored or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a bottle of Advil in the server station, stored on a shelf directly over a hot water kettle, and drink filling station. Inspector moved the Advil to a bottom shelf to prevent contamination

7-207.11(B)

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee touching RTE potstickers with bare hands. Employee donned gloves. Discussed glove wearing with all ready to eat foods with staff

3-301.11(B)

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

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to the 3 compartment sink. PIC placed some near the sink

6-301.12

Food thermometer not available or accessible

Inspector notes: Observed no probe thermometer in the establishment. Please email inspector a picture of a probe thermometer that enables staff to check for cold and hot temperatures

4-302.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM present. Please have at least one CFPM present during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket with contents of

3-304.14

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice scoops stored in 72F water. Please keep in use utensils dry, or in water of 135F or greater to eliminate bacterial growth. Also observed the ice scoop's handle stored directly in ice in the server station area. Inspector removed the ice scoop from the ice completely

3-304.12

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

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

Inspector notes: Observed spicy krab mix containers with 10/8 and 10/15 date marks. All open, ready to eat food must be discarded at the end of the 7th day, with the day of preparation being day 1. Krab mix was discarded at time of inspection

3-501.18

Jul 28, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed missing atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) cap at the mop sink faucet. All backflow and plumbing must be maintained in good repair. Please repair AVB prior to the next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Apr 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Please continue to deep clean the kitchen to prevent buildup of food debris on floors and surfaces of equipment. Maintain clean prior to the next routine inspection

6-501.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Please ensure a certified food protection manager is on duty during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed prepared sushi rolls being stored above containers in the top of the reach-in coolers on the sushi prep line. Discussed with sushi chef that all items must be stored in containers in the reach-in or the bottom refrigerator. Reach-in coolers do not keep items stored above containers cold enough. Sushi rolls were moved to bottom portion of refrigerator at time of inspection

3-501.15(A)

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

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels available at both hand sinks in the kitchen. Paper towels must be available at all hand sinks at all times to ensure proper handwashing is taking place. Paper towels were stocked at time of inspection

6-301.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Please ensure a certified food protection manager is on duty during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: **3rd repeat violation** Observed food debris and grease buildup on floors, walls, and outside and inside of equipment in food prep areas. Maintain premises clean and clean often enough to prevent buildup to prevent attraction of pests. Deep clean and maintain clean prior to the next routine inspection

6-501.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi Ave last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi Ave on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sushi Ave?

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

How does Sushi Ave compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Sushi Ave most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Sushi Ave's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sushi Ave 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 Sushi Ave inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi Ave is inspected around five times per year on average.

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