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Zab Thai Kitchen

16720 E Ave Of The Fountains Fountain, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Southeast Asian
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk Grade: C

Public records show six inspections at Zab Thai Kitchen stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 25, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Fountain Hills restaurants (averaging 92), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In 3-door reach in refrigerator, covered metal container of cooked curry, >4 inches deep, with internal temperature of 51*F. Per date sticker and employee, curry was prepared the previous day. Container of cooked curry was discarded. See embargo form. Discussed proper cooling temperatures and methods with employees. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling
3-501.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: ***Second Consecutive Violation*** The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM
2-102.12(A)
82
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: On the floor in the office, observed a can of RAID insect spray. 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils for scooping rice stored in water at 126F. 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. The thermostat of the water warmer was increased to heat the water to at least 135F
3-304.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge onsite is not a certified food manger. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
82
Jun 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Observed frozen raw meat thawing at room temperature. All TCS 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
Food Preparation
Inspector notes: Observed warewashing sink being used for food preparation purposes (thawing frozen raw meat).Reduce the risk of cross-contamination and use the available food prep sink for all food prep purposes
3-305.14
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In a wiping cloth bucket, observed the chlorine sanitizer solution under 25ppm. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zab Thai Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zab Thai Kitchen on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zab Thai Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zab Thai Kitchen.

How does Zab Thai Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Fountain Hills?

Zab Thai Kitchen most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Fountain Hills average of 92.

Has Zab Thai Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zab Thai Kitchen have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zab Thai Kitchen 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 Zab Thai Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zab Thai Kitchen is inspected around four times per year on average.

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