Osaka Japanese LLC
A3843 S Gilbert Rd, Gilbert 85297
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-54802
Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history13 on record
2026
Jun 29, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection. Inspection report sent by email.
Apr 8, 2026Routine2 priority1 coreC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report sent by email.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw chicken being stored above sauces and raw beef stored above lemons. PIC had employee move the raw meat to be below these items at the time of inspection. Foods shall be stored according to their final cooking temperatures. 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.
Observed cooked fried shrimp being stored at room temperature. Per PIC, these are used for sushi rolls and need to cool before being used. Discussed adding these shrimp to the time as a control procedures and discarding any left after 4 hours.
Inspector's notes
Observed garlic in oil at 60 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about how garlic must be kept cold. Garlic had been out about 40 minutes prior to inspection and was put on ice. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed in the package, frozen and partially frozen tuna filets defrosting in the walk in refrigerator. Tuna must be removed from the package before defrosting to prevent bacterial growth. PIC had employee remove tuna from the packages at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
2025
Nov 6, 2025Routine1 priority2 coreall corrected on siteB°
report emailed to owner.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
observed in the walk-in cooler, noted pans of raw meat placed atop fish, and seafood. food storage guidance document reviewed. manager relocated raw meats pans to a lower designated shelf in the walk-in cooler. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-304.11 - Priority: Food Contact with Equipment and Utensils and Linens. 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Observed some wet wiping cloth left on the food prep. surfaces. also sanitizer bucket solution at 0-25ppm. manager drained and refilled. chlorine at 50-100 ppm established. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
observed at the sushi area, hand washing station, the drainage from washing hand , starting to fill slowly. discussed with manager. manager serviced removed food particles, full fast drainage restored. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Jul 1, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Jun 23, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundation3 coreB°
A re-inspection will be done on 7/1/25Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Noted numerous personal water bottles and beverages stored around prep areas and inside reach-in coolers. All personal beverages should be stored below/away from foods, perp area and equipment. 2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Back sink was out of paper towels. Employee replaced towels Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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. Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Noted sanitizer bucket stored in handsink at bar. Keep sink clear for handwashing. Bucket was relocated. 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
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Some sushi items were at 52'f in left side reach-in cooler at sushi station. These were out of temperature <4hrs. Foods were moved to a back up cooler. 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Left side reach-in cooler reading 52'---55'f. Have unit serviced so it holds all foods at 41'f or below. A call was made to have unit serviced. 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Noted numerous wet/soiled wiping cloths throughout kitchen. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a sanitizer solution when not in use. 3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
Kitchen and prep areas need to be cleaned more frequently and more thoroughly. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-201.18 - Core: Walls and Ceilings, Studs, Joists, and Rafters Addl Notes: Noted lots of water pooling in stall of men's bathroom. Clean water and repair leak if needed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Water was mopped up and there was no leak.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 7, 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.
Mar 31, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Noted various items, raw fish, sushi items, crab at 55-57'f in sushi reach-in. Per manager these items have been out less than 4 hours. Remove items and place in an alternate cooler that is holding at 41'f or below. 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Right side sushi reach-in is holding at 55-57'f. Do not place any TCS foods in unit until it holds product at 41'f or below. Have unit serviced. 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Wet wiping cloth left on shelf in walk-in. Keep in sanitizer solution when not in use. 3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Continue to work on overall kitchen cleanliness. Pull equipment out and clean under/around prep tables, shelving, floors and walls. Wipe down equipment, handles ect where needed. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2024
Nov 18, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Noted some open personal drinks around food prep areas. All personal drinks should have a lid and straw and be stored below/away from foods and equipment. 2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Rice in deep metal pot in walk-in at 74-79'f after being put in to cool last night. Use shallow containers and or ice baths to cool foods down from 135-70'f within 2 hours and from 70-41'f within 4 hours. Manager discarded rice. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Noted several bowls being used as scoops. Use proper scoops/ladles with handles and keep handles stored out of foods and ice. 3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Jun 4, 2024Routine2 foundation3 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program and received 0 priority and 4 priority foundation violations. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was emailed.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.Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA--- TEW,Signer: Sky Zhu
Core-2-401.11, C: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco---Noted numerous personal drinks around prep kitchen. Please be sure all employee drinks are stored below/away from foods, prep areas and equipment. Manager removed drinks. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.---Sani-bucket being stored in handsink at bar. Do not store anything in the handsink. Keep accessible for handwashing. Bucket was removed. Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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.---Bar handsink had no hand soap. Manager provided soap. Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: 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.---Two sinks in kitchen had no paper towels. Manager provided towels. Be sure all had sinks are equipped with soap and paper towels at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3), Pf: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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.---Rice at sushi station had no times marked on stickers used to track time as a control. Manager filled in proper times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises----Some food items on floor in walk-in cooler. Please keep all food items stored 6" off floor. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage---Ice scoop at bar in the bin with handle touching ice. keep scoop stored with handles out of foods and ice. Scoop relocated to scoop holder. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Feb 6, 2024Routine1 foundation3 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program and received 0 priority and 1 priority foundation violations. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was emailed.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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Xia Zhu
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: 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.---Noted two handsinks that were out of paper towels. Paper towels were provided. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage---Notced some scoops stored in standing water. Items must be stored in water over 135'f; in a running dipper well, in product with handle out of foods/ice or clean and dry. :
Core-4-301.13, C: Drainboards---Noted some dishwasher trays on floor that were very grimy/deteriorated. Remove/Replace as needed. Items were removed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed---Repair and cracks or gaps around prep kitchen floors/walls so all surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable. Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions---Some areas around kitchen need a deep cleaning. Wipe down walls, prep areas shelving ect. Pull equipment away from walls and clean behind/underneath areas. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Jan 19, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Contacted establishment for trace forward recall information.:
2023
Oct 30, 2023Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
This establishment received an A grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was emailed. 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.Award: A,Signer: Xia Zhu
Core-6-403.11, C: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking---Noted personal beverage stored in reach-in cooler in prep area next to foods. Please designate an area for personal beverages/food so they are not mixed in with the items that will be prepared for customers. Drink was relocated. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Jul 21, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.A pattern of non-compliance for Priority Violation - 4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was sent via email• 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.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA - TH,Signer: Tiffany Chan
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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. ------ Observed a metal scrubbing sponge stored in the back kitchen hand sink near the food prep area. During the inspection this same hand sink was obstructed by a swamp cooler fan and a trash can. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored in the bar hand sink so the sink could not be used. Discussed that all hand sinks must always be available and used for no other purpose than handwashing as it deters use for employees. The manager removed the obstructing items at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. ------ Observed the 3- compartment sink in use filled with a sanitizer solution containing less than 50ppm chlorine sanitizer when measured with a chemical test strip. Discussed that chlorine sanitizer concentration should be maintained between 50-100ppm and verified with a chemical test strip. The manager emptied the sink and refilled the compartment with a solution measuring 50ppm. Observed mechanical dishwasher in use as well with a chlorine concentration of less than 50ppm. Had manager troubleshoot the mixture control on the dishwasher until it was verified with a test strip at 50ppm. Discussed with manager again that chlorine concentration needs to be between 50- 100pm. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
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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 →