Sushi Sonora
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Sushi Sonora eight times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Sushi Sonora is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Per operator, Time as a Public Health Control is used for Sushi Rice maintained at room temperature for a maximum of 4hours. Discussed with operator Sushi Rice shall have Time as a Public Health Control policy approved by Environmental Services. Ensure to provide a policy within 10-days prior to re-inspection 10/28/25
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 118*F for cooked meat and chicken containers covered with lid stored in two door prep refrigeration unit. Ensure to Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items uncovered during cooling. Ensure TCS food items are cooled from 135*F to 70*F within 2hours and from 70*F to 41*F within 4 additional hours. Operator proceeded to uncover TCS food items in the cooling process
3-501.15(B)
86
Jul 7, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Discussed with operator one person in charge with a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certification shall be available during all hours of operation. Second consecutive violation
2-102.12(A)
95
Jun 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Internal temperature of 54*F for cooked rice stored in walk-in refrigeration unit from previous day. Ensure to cool Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items at 41*F or below. Ensure to cool TCS food items from 135*F to 70*F within 2hours and from 70*F to 41*F within 4hours. Discussed with operator rice is no longer safe for human consumption. Approximately ~15lbs of rice was discarded at time of inspection
3-501.14
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: No probe thermometer available at time of inspection. Ensure to provide probe thermometer to verify food temperaures by time of re-inspection
4-302.12
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of 58*F for two door prep refrigeration unit at cook line. Ensure to make necessary repairs to keep refrigeration temperature at 41*F or below. Instructed operator to discontinue storing TCS food items in unit until repairs are made. A re-inspection will be conducted to verify the required 41*F or below
4-301.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Observed dead American Roach in kitchen area ensure to remove any dead pest from facility. Work with pest control and keep records available for review during routine inspections
6-501.112
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed old food debris in various areas of facility. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize all areas. 2nd consecutive violation
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Discussed with operator one person in charge with a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certification shall be available during all hours of operation. Second consecutive violation
2-102.12(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed frozen imitation crab thawing at room temperature in rear kitchen area. Discussed with operator to ensure adequate thawing methods. Food items were placed to thaw under running water at time of inspection. Discussed with operator to use the following for adequate thawing: Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41*F or less; or • Completely submerged under running water. o Water must be 70*F or cooler. o Water must have sufficient velocity to float off loose particles. o Does not allow RTE thawed portions temp. Above 41*F. o Does not allow Raw animal food thawed portions temp above 41*F, for more than 4 hours. • Part of a cooking process
3-501.13
58
Mar 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature verified at 51*F via Min/Max thermometer for two door prep-refrigeration unit at cook line. Ensure to make necessary repairs at refrigeration unit to maintain TCS food items at 41*F or below. Operator contacted technician to make necessary repairs. Additional refrigeration was available to accommodate TCS food items at food establishment (3-door pre refrigeration and walk-in refrigeration). A re-inspection is required to verify refrigeration at 41*F or below. Technician provided assistance to repair refrigeration unit and verified cold holding temperature at 41*F or below at end of inspection. This was corrected at time of inspection
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge at time of inspection does not hold a valid Certified Food Manager Certification. Ensure to provide Certified Food Protection Manager by next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw beef stored in container on shelving unit directly above produce in walk-in unit. Ensure to store any raw meat at bottom shelving unit to prevent cross contamination. Operator proceeded to place beef tray in bottom shelf of walk-in refrigeration unit
3-302.11(A3-8)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in freezer, condensate is leaking onto storage rack surfaces and freezing on top of carboard boxes storing food items. Ensure to have freezer unit inspected/ repaired. Operator was instructed to keep area of condensate leak clear of any food items
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed old food debris at the following locations throughout food establishment: Floors, walls, ceilings, inside refrigeration units, inside walk-in refrigeration unit, behind equipment, under equipment, under three-compartment sink and hard to reach of kitchen areas. Detail clean and sanitize all areas, maintain as needed
6-501.12
74
Nov 21, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employees with CFPM. Discussed with PIC that one employee per shift, during hours of operations and time of inspections
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sushi Sonora last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sushi Sonora on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sushi Sonora?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sushi Sonora.
How does Sushi Sonora compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Sushi Sonora most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Sushi Sonora's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sushi Sonora have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sushi Sonora 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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