Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale

10321 W Mcdowell Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2024, Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale has six inspections in the public record. On Jan 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to other Avondale restaurants (averaging 98), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed yellow organic material on deflector of ice machine. Person in charge Discussed with person in charge cleaning protocol and frequency. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be clean to sight and touch

4-602.11(E)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed black dust accumulating and hanging off of ceiling vent directly above prep line. Discussed with PIC importance of keeping vents clean to sight and touch to prevent dust from contaminating product or equipment below. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Sep 10, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed unlabeled spray bottle with yellow liquid next to 3-compartment sink. Per staff bottle contained bleach. Manager instructed staff to label bottle

7-102.11

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed metal pans stored as clean on rack next to dish wash machine with water pooled on the rims. Discussed importance of air drying with manager. Manager separated pans at time of inspection. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing

4-901.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed organic matter on deflector of ice machine. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency with manager. Manager cleaned deflector at time of inspection

4-602.11(E)

Jul 16, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 10, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed organic matter on deflector in ice machine. Spoke with manager about monitoring and cleaning the ice machine regularly to prevent growth of organic matter

4-602.11(E)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust on fan guards in walk-in cooler. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency to prevent accumulation of dust with manager

6-501.12

Nov 12, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours. Provided handout with changes to Food Code

2-102.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale.

How does Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale compare to other restaurants in Avondale?

Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Avondale average of 98.

Has Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Trapper's Sushi Co Avondale 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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