Sushi Sonora 3

6544 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix 85033

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-58039

Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Jul 28, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed storage of wiping cloths and storage of personal beverages.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed several dishes that were stored as clean at the clean dishes rack according to the person in charge. Several dishes were observed to have stuck on date mark stickers, glue residue and in some other cases food residues were observed on the dishes. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. *2nd consecutive Priority Foundation violation.* Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a covered container of cooked and cooling noodles that had been placed into the walk-in cooler approximately 1 hour prior to the start of the inspection. The internal temperature of the noodles was around 84°F as measured using a probe thermometer. Discussed with person in charge to place cooling foods into wide, flat shallow pans that are uncovered and placed up high inside of the walk-in cooler. The person in charge removed the lid so the noodles could rapidly chill down to 41°F in the walk-in cooler. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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.

Mar 10, 2026Routine1 foundation2 coreall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed sanitizer testing strips and fryer basket.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed some dishes that were stored as clean at the clean dishes rack that upon separating, were observed to still have some food residues stuck to the inside of the pans. The dishes in question were returned to the 3-compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge to soak heavily soiled dishes in hot soapy water for an extended period of time to help loosen stuck on food if necessary. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a garbage bag that was used to place over a large container of rice as cover. Discussed with person in charge that garbage bags are to be used for garbage only and to utilize a food safe cover such as plastic wrap or a lid to keep the rice covered. Person in charge removed the garbage bag from over the container of rice. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed several spoons and scoops sitting in a container of room temperature water on the counter. Discussed with person in charge that in-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

2025

Oct 15, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jun 17, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Check flame hood stability.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed Walk-in door not closing all the way fully. Discussed with PIC that All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

Mar 4, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Nov 13, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jul 23, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Observed three compartment sink chlorine sanitizer measuring around 100-200ppm range with test strips. Discussed with PIC the appropriate chlorine sanitizer levels of 50-100ppm. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection. Observed medicine near prep area in the back of kitchen. Discussed with PIC that all medicines must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. All medicines were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

Mar 28, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Correction of the priority foundation item(s) found during the inspection conducted on 3/25/24 was verified by the inspector on 3/28/24 via electronic means. A copy of this advisory report was provided to the establishment via electronic means.

Mar 25, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received an B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection. 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.Award: B,Signer: Denorah V

#14 — Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite DestructionPriority foundation3-402.12

Priority Foundation-3-402.12, Pf: Records, Creation, & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source. Order of fried salmon sushi roll had an internal temperature of 125 *F. Menu has consumer advisory. No parasite destruction records available for undercooked salmon. As per person in charge they purchase their salmon at local restaurant supply grocery store. Reviewed parasite destruction with person in charge and provided parasite destruction guidance document. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 7, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report 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: Dinorah Villasenor

Sep 8, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report 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: B,Signer: Ana Leal

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-207.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-207.11 (B), P: Restriction and Storage-Medicines; Storage & labeling --Observed various medications being stored above the customer beverage cups to the right of the sushi breading station. Person in charge (PIC) moved these items to the office at time of inspection. Reviewed medicine storage with the PIC to prevent possible contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →