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Bento Sama

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1920 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler 85224

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-24-02754

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

85
Good

Chandler restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

100060202420252026Apr 29, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 30, 2024 — Routine — score 63 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Mar 3, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 23, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 4, 2025 — Routine — score 70 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 13, 2026 — Routine — score 83 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jul 20, 2026 — Routine — score 73 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)Jul 23, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Jul 23, 2026AMC Trainingsnot scoredclean

See INSP-137371-2026 for Responsible Party Signature.

Jul 23, 2026Re-Inspection2 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed damp wiping cloths stored on prep counters throughout the establishment. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed a buildup of grease and food debris under and behind pieces of equipment. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Jul 20, 2026Routine1 priority2 foundation2 coreB°

A re-inspection will take place on 7/30/2026 to ensure a consumer advisory is available at all points of order.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#18 — Proper Cooking Time and TemperaturesPriority3-401.11

Inspector's notes

Observed chicken thighs grilled to 126-131*F that the PIC stated were fully cooked. PIC placed the chicken thigh back on the grill to continue cooking to 165*F. All raw animal proteins must reach a final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-401.11 - Priority: Raw Animal Foods-Cooking. 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/4616/25575/AMC-Toolbox---Cooking.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Inspector's notes

No date mark on TCS foods prepared more than 24 hours prior including kimchi salad, cabbage and rice prepared 7/19. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the 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). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

Inspector's notes

Observed undercooked eggs on multiple menu offerings but no consumer advisory or disclosure is present on the overhead menu where orders are placed. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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3-603.11 - Priority Foundation: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed damp wiping cloths stored on prep counters throughout the establishment. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation *Second consecutive repeat violation* 3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed a buildup of grease and food debris under and behind pieces of equipment. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation *Second consecutive repeat violation* 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Apr 13, 2026Routine1 priority2 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed kimchi making process with PIC. Advised PIC all kimchi must be refrigerated immediately after mixing and cooled to 41*F or below, unless a variance has been obtained. All kimchi observed at 41*F or below. Ensure kimchi is dated to be held no more than 7 days.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed raw shelled eggs stored at the top of the reach in cooler above RTE produce, kimchi, and sauces. 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.

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Repeat Violation *Second consecutive repeat violation* 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.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed damp wiping cloths stored on prep counters throughout the establishment. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed a buildup of grease and food debris on the flooring in the main kitchen, especially under and behind pieces of equipment. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Dec 4, 2025Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°

report emailed to facility person in chargePredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

proper placement for raw eggs reviewed, noted in the upright cooler, raw eggs were placed atop rte food pans/buckets. manager relocated raw eggs to a designated lower shelf. corrected Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

observed in the cookline top panel reach-in cooler. , pans of cooked veggies and cooked mushrooms at 65 deg f . discussed with facility manager. suggested using smaller pans, and ensuring additional cooked tcs food is kept in the lower panel or the facility upright cooler. please ensure rte/tcs food is kept at 41 deg f Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

Jul 23, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.

Mar 3, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed to person in charge. Emailed person in charge department guidance for clean up of vomit and diarrheal events.

2024

Aug 30, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation2 coreC°

report emailed to PIC. please obtain one certified food manager for the establishment. available resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

facility pic was available on site. discussed the requirements to obtain one certified food manager for the food operations. please visit esd.maricopa.gov for available online resources.

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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-202.12

Inspector's notes

at the front food preparation service area, observed no hot water at the hand washing basin. informed manager. manager serviced the water faucets, hot and cold water was reestablished at the time of inspection. corrected

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Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. 5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-401.11

Inspector's notes

observed in the facility food coolers, pans of grilled chicken placed under pan of raw chicken, also raw eggs placed above pans of salad. reviewed with staff regarding food staff. MCESD food storage chart reviewed. a copy emailed to PIC. manager relocated raw eggs and raw chicken to a designated lowest shelf. corrected

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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. 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.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

in the front display case warmer unit, observed portioned pans of soup and steamed rice at 124 deg f . reviewed with manager. manager adjusted the setting for the warmer case. all tcs was reheated to 165 deg f . please ensure rte/tcs is kept at 135 deg f or higher.

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Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

observed in the food prep. back kitchen, wiping cloth, used, and left wet on the food cutting boards, suggested to place wet wiping cloth in a designated sanitizer solution. manager created chlorine at 50 ppm. wet towels removed. corrected

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Predefined Comment: 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 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressureCounty code (MCEHC)
Apr 29, 2024Routine1 coreA°

New business owner inspection.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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.Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection:

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods (1) Caulk all holes in the wall located above the mop sink (2) Remove wood being used to support the ice machine drain line. Provide a uni-strut Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →