Akai Hana
A2293 N Pebblecreek Pkwy, Goodyear 85395
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-13047
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Apr 9, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed storage of ROP fish.
Inspector's notes
Floor and wall around cooking equipment have excess accumulation of debris. Excess debris accumulation observed around dry storage area. Thoroughly clean and do so as needed to keep debris from forming. *Fourth consecutive Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Nov 3, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for RetailSale, Properly Stored (i.e. -spray bottles)--Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite Destruction___________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email: --Legal Process--Parasite Destruction Guidance
Inspector's notes
Interior and exterior surfaces of food equipment (i.e. - fryer area, salamander broiler, bulk storage containers, freezer handle, walk-in fan grates) and high touch surfaces have heavy buildup of food and food residues.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***3rd Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
Heavy soil buildup found on floors, walls, and ceiling throughout facility (i.e. - under warewashing area, behind and underneath equipment).
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***3rd Consecutive Violation
Aug 25, 2025Routine5 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - walk-in cooler)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
Raw, shelled, eggs found stored on wire shelf in walk-in cooler above RTE foods. No signs of overhead contamination witnessed at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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 began re-organizing food items in walk-in cooler to 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
Packages of filets of tuna found thawed on brown trays in walk-in cooler in original ROP packaging.
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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. Remove all ROP fish from ROP packaging. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
Food preparation sink on cook line separating from wall.
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Repeat Violation 4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Reattach and reseal all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
Interior and exterior surfaces of food equipment (i.e. - fryer area, bulk storage containers, freezer handle, walk-in fan grates) and high touch surfaces have heavy buildup of food and food residues.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
Heavy soil buildup found on floors, walls, and ceiling throughout facility (i.e. - under warewashing area).
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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Apr 8, 2025Routine4 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records (i.e. - sushi rice)
Inspector's notes
Packages of ground and filets of tuna found thawed in walk-in and food prep coolers in original ROP packaging.
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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. Remove all ROP fish from ROP packaging. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Food preparation sink on cook line separating from wall.
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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Reattach and reseal all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Interior and exterior surfaces of food equipment has heavy build up of food and food residues.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Heavy soil buildup found on floors, walls, and ceiling throughout facility.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2024
Nov 6, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Hands Clean and Properly Washed (i.e. - glove use)--Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records (i.e. - sushi rice)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
Food appliances and high touch surfaces have build up residues (i.e. - door handles of refrigeration).
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Walls and flooring has residue build up (i.e. - ware washing area; cooking area).
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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Aug 12, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Zero (0) ppm reading via testing strips found on food equipment surfaces immediately after mechanical dishwasher cycle.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-703.11 - Priority: Hot Water and Chemical-Methods; Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Predefined Comment: Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Predefined Comment: Food-contact surfaces sanitized using chlorine sanitizer must be sanitized with a contact time of least 10 seconds. PIC made call to have mechanical serviced at time of inspection. Spoke with food employee and PIC about manual ware washing using three compartment sink. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Flooring has residue build up (i.e. - walk-in cooler, sushi prep area).
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Apr 10, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Re-inspection made. Conditions have improved. Continue to clean structural surfaces and facility equipment (food and non-food equipment) at a frequency to prevent build up.Facility will be returned to normal inspection frequency. No County legal action will result from this inspectionEmailed redacted copy investigation report to facility.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Kazuo Tashiro
Mar 19, 2024Routine4 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.--Verification of correction of violations will be conducted on 4/10/202. If corrections are completed prior to re-inspection date, please contact inspector's supervisor, Chris West, RS at 602.506.5054-- Facility has in current use following homestyle equipment in food preparation area:- . white, chest freezer, black, counter toaster oven.Food permit is to have approved, commercial grade equipment throughout facility that is used for customer production.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper date marking & disposition {i.e. - frozen foods}Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Printed and emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Hagino Y
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Back egress door has considerable gap when closed. Repair door so that weather and pests are prevented entry. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-101.16, C: Sponges Use Limitation Sponge found in three compartment sink area. Sponges are not to come in contact with in-use food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of sponge and use proper cleaning equipment for food contact surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-303.11 (A-B), C: Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers, Availability No chemical sanitizer found for mechanical dishwasher. Per PIC, chlorine sanitizer has been ordered. PIC has instructed food employee to use three compartment sink to sanitize food equipment. Provide chemical sanitizer for mechanical dishwasher to sanitize food contact surfaces when using. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Food residue on walls and floors (i.e. - behind food equipment and behind mechanical dishwasher). Dark residue build up along floor/wall junctions and underneath equipment Clean structural surfaces at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Dec 18, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A grade and had 0 priority and 0 priority foundation on this inspection.No county legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed and printed while on site.Person in charge was made aware of their inspection rights. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. Each food establishment that provides open foods and/or TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods, shall have at least one (1) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site during operation hours. Provide a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate from an ANSI approved program (see website).https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-RestaurantsAward: A,Signer: Yu H.
Aug 14, 2023Routine4 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated (i.e.-produce)--Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used (i.e.-spray bottles)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--Legal Process"The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Kazuo Tashiro
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Considerable gap at bottom of egress door from kitchen. Repair door so that entry of pests and weather do not infiltrate facility. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Container of unprotected food in calendar found on floor in walk-in cooler. Elevate food a minimum of six inches above floor. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Residue build up found on flooring beneath equipment (i.e.-wire shelving). Clean flooring at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-3-302.11 (A3-8) , C: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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. Flat of raw, shelled eggs found atop of box of beer bottles. No signs of overhead contamination witnessed at time of inspection. Properly store raw animal foods in a manner to prevent possible overhead contamination. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →