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Nekter Juice Bar

A

7131 W Ray Rd, Chandler 85226

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-34091

Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

99
Excellent

Chandler restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Aug 15, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 31, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 5, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jan 15, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 14, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 3, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 26, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Aug 26, 2026Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

***** 2nd Consecutive Violation ***** At time of inspection no certified food protection manager was present on the premises. A CFPM is required to be present at all times of operation. Please have a CFPM present for the next inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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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

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Inspector's notes

***** Second Consecutive Violation ***** Observed several cutting boards that were heavily scored, stained, and chipping. Cutting surfaces must remain smooth and easily cleanable. Please have the cutting boards replaced or resurfaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces

Mar 3, 2026Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed labeling spray bottles and washing slash-resistant gloves. // Discussed ensuring all ingredients are considered Generally Regarded As Safe (GRAS) according to the FDA. Please ensure that the protein powders and any other supplements are only comprised of GRAS ingredients. Link to Gras database was provided by email. // Predefined Comment: Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection, no certified food protection manager was present on the premises. A CFPM must be present at all times of food operation. Please have a CFPM present at the next inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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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

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed 5+ cutting boards with heavy scoring, chips, and plastic falling off. All cutting boards must be kept in good condition and resurfaced or replaced once they are heavily scored or chipped. Heavy scoring and chipping renders the cutting boards deleterious and difficult to properly clean. Please have these cutting boards replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces

2025

Jul 14, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 15, 2025Routine1 coreA°

**Talked to manager about air gaps, food manager licenses, and cleanability of equipment.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-101.11

Inspector's notes

Observed table by the ice machine used for drying dishes, or now rusting and is not holding up. Table isn't commercial grade, and very difficult to clean. Ensure that all equipment is smooth, easily cleanable and non-absorbent. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas

2024

Jun 5, 2024Routine2 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.**Talked to manager about drying dishes areas, personal items and shelving surfaces. 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: Lianna R.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter ---Observed unused brackets on walls, unused soap dispenser, and hot wells mounted to the wall. Ensure that unused equipment is removed from the facility. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting ---Observed 3 broken lights in a room with 5 total lights from the ceiling, creating an area half as bright as intended. Ensure that lights are working to make it easily to clean and see if surfaces are clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Jan 31, 2024RoutinecleanA°

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.**Talked to staff about air gaps, and soap dispensers.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: Not Participating,Signer: Lianna Regalado

2023

Aug 15, 2023Routine1 coreA°

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.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, 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-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager---Observed nobody present today that has a food manager license. Ensure there is someone present for each shift that has a food manager license.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-RLC corrected time,Signer: Carly Loving

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained ---Observed sewer pipe was buried at the floor sink. Ensure that the pipe terminates at least 1 inch above the floor drain. Observed hinges meant to self close at fridges, no longer close on their own. Observed baseboard coming off the wall at 3 compartment sink. Ensure areas are corrected to work as manufacturer intended. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →