Ra Sushi
A°4921 E Ray Rd, Phoenix 85044
Food Establishment · Permit FD-06951
Score based on 8 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history9 on record
2026
2025
Nov 5, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Oct 24, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Re-inspection for fruit flies will be schedule for Tuesday Nov 4th.
Inspector's notes
In the prep cooler across from the grills, observed a pan of raw, whole eggs stored directly above three containers of ready to eat (RTE) sauces. Eggs were moved to the bottom shelf.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed 4 cans of insecticides stored in the back shelving. Pesticides are not allowed to be stored on the premises. Manager removed the pesticides from the establishment at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the back by the ice maker, mop sink, and liquor storage, observed 5-10 fruit flies. In the bar, observed 10+ Fruit flies. Establishment must be kept free of pests. Please have the establishment free of pests prior to re-inspection.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
Jul 8, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the walk in cooler, observed a pans of raw salmon over a pan of ready to eat, cooked imitation crab meat. Also observed pans of raw tuna stored over raw daikon and avocados. Manager moved foods to proper storage.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
2nd Repeat Violation. In the prep sink, observed ROP bags of salmon and tuna labeled "keep frozen" thawing in running water. Instructed manager to have the fish thawed outside of the ROP bags.
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Repeat Violation 3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Apr 1, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the cold holding unit under the grill closest to the dish area, Observed three packages of wagyu steak at 50*F and a pan of cooked edamame at 56*F. Per employees, the foods had been in the unit overnight. Inspector's min/max showed that the unit was holding at 47*F after 10 minutes of no use. Foods were embargoed.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the walk in cooler, observed a package of cold smoked salmon thawing in ROP. In a prep cooler in the sushi prep area, observed 2 packages of yellowfin tuna thawed in ROP. Both packages stated "Keep Frozen" on them. Instructed employee and manager to thaw fish after removing it from the ROP if the package says "Keep Frozen" on it.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2024
Nov 25, 2024RoutinecleanA
Report shared via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with person in charge (PIC) about dog friendly patio requirements due to future interest. As well as stacking containers after washing.
Aug 29, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about water requirements, inspected outside storage area and covered air gap requirements.
Inspector's notes
Observed no paper towels at 2 hand sinks, at west sushi hand sink and waitress hand sink. Ensure there is paper towels at each hand sink at all times. Manager refilled the empty containers. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed grease build up and cookline. Ensure cook areas are cleaned often enough to avoid build up of grease. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 24, 2024Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.**Talked to manager about cleaning policies, sent dog patio information, air gaps, and food equipment storage.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed email with manager.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Edwarvo R.
Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing ---Observed thawing reduced oxygen packaging of fish in walkin still in the original keept frozen containers. Talked to manager about the change. Ensure that ROP fish is completely removed from the container when doing thawing in the fridge. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected ---Observed side door going to the patio is kept open. Manager closed the door. Ensure all openings to outside have an air curtain, or are kept closed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Dec 6, 2023Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed email with manager.**Talked to manager about how to cover holes in walls, and dishwashing policy.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Matthew Duran
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected ---Observed front door and patio door wide open during the beginning of inspection. No air curtains on during the visit. Manager had employees close the doors. Talked to manager about door policy. Ensure that outer doors are closed and self closing, and only left open with a working air curtain. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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