Sushi Plus

5830 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Sushi Plus has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 21, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Glendale average 97, so Sushi Plus trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw in shell eggs above noodles in the door refrigerators located back of house on cook line. 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)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a handwashing station located back of house by the dish pit area blocked by a plastic strainer and a metal scrubber inside sink. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of Raid located front of house. 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

Specialized processing method used without required variance (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a food saver Vacuum Sealer front of house behind sushi bar. Per the PIC, the unit is used to seal and store fish inside freezer to portion and store surplus fish in the freezer. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. PIC stated they will discontinue use of the food saver. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyazenergovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances

3-502.11

Oct 28, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 12, 2025

Routine

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

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed main dishwasher dispensing at 0 PPM of chlorine with a couple racks of dishes freshly washed. Alerted staff who serviced the machine and ran it a few additional times. Rechecked the sanitizer level (50 PPM) which then read in compliance between 50-100 PPM. Discussed the importance of routinely checking sanitizer levels

4-501.114(A-E)

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

Inspector notes: Observed rice scoops in water (62°F) sitting at room temperature. Staff stated they use ice in the water to maintain cold temperatures, but the ice had melted. This is not an approved method of keeping utensils. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; in a cold holding prep-table, or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Mar 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Slacking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed partially frozen fish thawing at room temperature. Staff were alerted and reeducated on thawing requirements. Staff moved the tray of partially frozen fish into the walk in, at time of inspection. Thawing must occur in a temperature-controlled fashion either under cold running water, under refrigeration, or as a part of the cooking process

3-501.12

Sep 26, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi Plus last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi Plus on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Sushi Plus compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Sushi Plus most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

Has Sushi Plus' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sushi Plus have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sushi Plus means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Sushi Plus inspected?

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

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