Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe
Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025
74
Score
Going back to 2024, Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 15, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
By comparison, the average Gilbert facility scores 96, putting Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed raw in shell eggs stored above cooked chicken in reach-in cooler. 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. ***1ST REPEAT VIOLATION
3-302.11(A1-2)
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed no trash can with lid in the restroom that is gender neutral. Please provide to prevent contamination
5-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Certified Food protection manager was not available upon request. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. ***1ST REPEAT VIOLATION
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed several in-use spatulas stored directly in standing water. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; 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. **1ST REPEAT VIOLATION
3-304.12
74
Feb 19, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Certified Food protection manager was not available upon request. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Feb 7, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands not washed when required
Inspector notes: Observed employee walk to back of kitchen, from being outside and proceed to make food without first washing hands. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottle of bleach with a concentration higher than 200 PPM. According to PIC, bottle is used to spray directly on food contact surface of blenders. Trained employee how to properly fill and test sanitizer levels to ensure they are within proper levels. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage Addl Notes: Observed several chemicals (toilet bowl cleaner, soap, cleaning sprays) stored above prep sink. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. 7-101.11 - Priority Foundation: Identifying Information, Prominence-Original Containers Addl Notes: Observed spray bottles stored in the back of establishment without a label. PIC indicated they were bleach bottles used for cleaning blenders and labeled them at time of inspection
7-204.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed cracked raw shelled eggs leaking into egg carton stored directly above cooked beef in reach-in cooler. 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)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Quat and Chlorine Test strips were unavailable for use at time of inspection. Please obtain prior to 2.14.25.Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Observed slice beef, green mix salad without any dates in reach-in cooler. PIC stated items last for a minimum of 2-4 days and date marked items at time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Observed pre-cooked beef, chicken and guacamole thawing in same bowl of water at room temperature. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process
3-501.13
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed several in-use spatulas stored directly in standing water. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed beverage cooler in back area used to store dairy free milks with a large block of ice. Please repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Certified Food protection manager was not available upon request. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
43
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe on file is from Sep 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe.
How does Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?
Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.
Has Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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