Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar

2210 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ 85288

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar, the earliest from 2024. Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events”, which has been cited two times.

Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar's latest score of 100 sits above the Tempe average of 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 3, 2026

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed an ambient air temperature, with a min/max thermometer, of 52*F in the salad station cold holding unit located near the hot line in the back of house. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. The establishment will not use the unit and utilize the walk-in in the meantime. In person reinspection will be on Tuesday, April 14th

4-301.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed the tall reach in cold holding unit next to the hot line in the back of house with water or condensation dripping from the condenser fan. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times

4-501.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ahi tuna in the sushi cold holding unit in packaging which states to 'remove the fish from packaging prior to thawing.' All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection

3-501.13

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

Inspector notes: Observed the rice scoop for the servers stored in ice water next to the rice cooker. 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 PIC sent the rice scoop to dish

3-304.12

Dec 2, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 11, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No hand towels available at handsink in employee restroom. Sink was restocked at time. Please ensure all handsinks are stocked with hand drying provisions

6-301.12

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 2 bottle/cans of pesticide being stored in office, items were discarded at time. Please ensure all pest control is performed by a professional and hazardous pest control chemicals are not stored on the premise

7-202.11

May 28, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Miso broth in large stock pot found in walk-in cooler at 49 deg F. Per PIC broth was placed to cool the night before

3-501.14

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No hand soap available at only handwashing sink in kitchen area

6-301.11

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: 2nd repeat violation. No fecal/vomit clean up procedures available onsite at time of inspection. Provided MCESD fecal/vomit clean up procedure guidance

2-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: 2nd Repeat Violation. Observed large hole underneath warewashing area exposing insulation and plumbing

6-501.11

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

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

View 3 violations

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed facility without vomiting and diarrheal procedures and or biohazard kit

2-501.11

Handwashing done in improper location (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food employee wash hands in the center compartment of the three compartment sink located across from the grill station

2-301.15

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed tiles missing on the wall behind grill and next to three compartment sink

6-501.11

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed in the kitchen area underneath cooking equipment , prep areas, and cooling units soil accumulation

6-501.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar?

Across the inspection record, “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar.

How does Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar 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 Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar is inspected around four times per year on average.

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