Sushi Creek
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Sushi Creek has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 1, 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.
“Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Among Queen Creek restaurants, the typical score is 95; Sushi Creek is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed the walkin fridge at 48F with min/max thermometer and from the inside of large chunks of food at 48F. Manager said the food had been there for 2 days. Talked to staff about correction, and the owner has now called a repair person, coming out tomorrow morning. Ensure that all cold holding equipment to keep TCS foods in, is kept at 41F or less
4-301.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice dumped in the front hand sink in the sushi making areas. Talked to staff about where to dump ice. Ensure that the hand sinks are open and accessible at all times and only used for hand washing
5-205.11
82
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee filling up pitchers or water from the hand sink. Ensure that handsinks are only used for handwashing
5-205.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leak at hand sink in the bar/sushi making area. Area is covered with saran wrap to keep it from spraying to outside the hand sink. Ensure that all plumbing systems are repaired and working according to manufacturer's instructions
5-205.15(B)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed several fridges with broken gaskets/hinges. Observed large gap under the walkin door, leading to cold air leaving the walkin. Ensure that gaps in fridges are corrected to help keep cold air inside the fridges, and warm air outside the fridges
4-501.11
82
Jul 7, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee placing lime on a Moscow Mule drink with bare hands. Talked to manager about bare hand contact policy. Ensure that ready to eat foods are not touched by bare hands
3-301.11(B)
Cross connection present or not corrected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a shut off nozzle attached to hose, attached to atmospheric vacuum breaker supplied mop sink. Sink was not in use. Talked to manager about cross connections and plumbing code. Nozzle was removed from mop sink by staff
5-205.12(A)
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee at dish washing area going from touching dirty dishes, to touching clean dishes without washing their hands. Employee went from putting away clean dishes, to wiping wet hands on clothes, and proceeding to put away more clean dishes with now soiled hands. Talked to staff about handwashing policy. Ensure that handwashing is occurring going from dirty to clean tasks in the facility
2-301.14
64
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a shut off nozzle on the hose, attached to the atmospheric vacuum breaker on the mop sink. Manager detached the shut off. Talked to staff about backflow at mop sinks
5-202.11(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build up of rice inside the hand sink basin by main ice machine. Rice was removed. Ensure that hand sinks are only used for hand washing
5-205.11
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed non-cleanable ceiling tiles installed in ceiling between the ice machine and the dishwasher area of the kitchen. Talked to staff about ceiling tile types. Ensure that ceilings are smooth, easily cleanable and non-absorbent
6-201.11
74
Nov 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mop sink with long hose with spray nozzle connected and under pressure. Discussed not using hose and/or leaving it under pressure to avoid damage to the AVB valve. Told PIC to disconnect the hose. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection Discussed repeat history of the violation with PIC, This is a PRIORITY category violation
5-202.11(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Kitchen ice cream scoop and rice scoop stored in hot holding well double panned at 93*f degrees. Discussed not double panning to ensure water stays above 135*f degrees for utensils in storage contacting TCS foods. Water was raised to 135*f degrees at time of inspection
3-304.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed general unsanitary conditions on the walk-in floor and build up in the corners under the walk-in racks, please thoroughly clean walk-in fridge
6-501.12
78
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed shut off device on the hose on the mop sink with an AVB. Manager removed the shut off device. Ensure the device is removed after use
5-202.11(A)
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee at dishpit going from dirty to clean dishes without washing hands. Talked to manager and had employee wash hands at hand sink. Ensure that hand washing is occurring going from dirty to clean tasks in the kitchen
2-301.14
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed regular type ceiling tiles in dish area. Talked to manager about ceiling tile types. Ensure that ceiling is made of vinyl-coated tiles or other cleanable materials
6-201.11
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sushi Creek last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sushi Creek on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sushi Creek?
Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sushi Creek.
How does Sushi Creek compare to other restaurants in Queen Creek?
Sushi Creek most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Queen Creek average of 95.
Has Sushi Creek's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sushi Creek have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sushi Creek 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 Creek inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi Creek is inspected around four times per year on average.
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