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Pokitrition - Sushi Burritos & Poke

A

4811 N 16th St, Phoenix 85016

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-61834

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Oct 4, 2023 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Apr 11, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 31, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Oct 30, 2024 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Feb 6, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 5, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Sep 17, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Mar 5, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 19, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jun 19, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no employees with Certified Food Protection Manager certificates onsite at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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

Mar 31, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Mar 5, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed storage procedures with person in charge.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed the ceiling fixture used to store cooking utensils/equipment having an accumulation of dust and debris. Person in charge states they will clean that area as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of cleaning all parts of the establishment frequently to prevent any accumulation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Sep 17, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed organic matter buildup on interior facet of ice deflector at customer self-service soda tower. Food contact surfaces of non-TCS foods should be cleaned every 24 hours or as often as necessary to be kept clean to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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Repeat Violation 4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Cold water faucet handle on hand washing sink in main kitchen area was not attached. Cold and hot running water through a mixing valve should be available at all hand washing sinks. Also of note: sprayer arm is in moderate disrepair and almost hangs below the floor rim of the 3-compartment sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Jun 5, 2025Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Person in charge (PIC) during inspection could not provide Food Protection Manager certification. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed organic matter buildup on interior facet of ice deflector at customer self-service soda tower. Food contact surfaces of non-TCS foods should be cleaned every 24 hours or as often as necessary to be kept clean to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed numerous portion packages of tuna and imitation crab in manufacturer's reduced-oxygen packaging (ROP) thawing in a reach-in refrigerator. Packaging states products should be kept frozen. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

Feb 6, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

Observed significant buildup on nonfood-contact portion of interior of a reach-in refrigerator. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed steady leak and erratic spray at the faucet of a hand washing sink in the main kitchen. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

2024

Oct 30, 2024Routine4 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed and printed.

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

Inspector's notes

Concentration of quaternary ammonium (quat) sanitizer solution in red sanitizer buckets in serving area were measured at <150ppm. Please ensure quat sanitizer solutions are maintained at 200-400ppm. Instructed staff to remake sanitizer buckets. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Staff onsite during inspection were unable to provide Food Protection Manager certification. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided information about obtaining certifications for staff via e-mail. 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

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Portioned tuna in manufacturer's reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) was observed thawing in still cold water in prep sink. 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. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

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

Inspector's notes

Rice scoops were stored in slow cooker of water with water at 97 degrees Fahrenheit. 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. Employee provided new scoops and increased water temperature setting to correct. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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

Jul 31, 2024Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Reviewed quaternary ammonium solution concentration requirements with PIC.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed rice scoops stored between uses in a slow cooker of water measured at 89'F. 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. Person in charge (PIC) replaced water, turned dial on slow cooker to "high," and replaced used scoops with clean scoops to correct during the inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

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

Inspector's notes

Cutting board used at primary make line was observed to be covered in many deep grooves, rendering it difficult to clean, during the inspection. Please ensure cutting surfaces are maintained to be smooth and easily cleanable. Please resurface or replace. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces

Apr 11, 2024RoutinecleanA

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 delivered via email.Award: A,Signer: Yatzani Yanez

2023

Oct 4, 2023Routine2 coreA

Of note: Discussed fixing leak at base of faucet of prep sink in kitchen. // Obtain "Employees must wash hands" signage for restroom prior to next routine inspection. This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.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,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ivan

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing Observed raw, fully and partially thawed tuna in reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) with packaging stating to "remove bag prior to thawing and thaw under refrigeration" and "remove bag when thawing under refrigeration" in fridge back of house. Discussed with PIC the importance of following manufacturers instructions and removing product from ROP prior to thawing to prevent growth of pathogens. PIC removed product from ROP. 2nd Consecutive Violation Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed grease and dust accumulation on fume hood grates, wall, and floor behind fryer back of house. Observed food debris accumulation in in-operable floor drain front of house. Clean and clean at a frequency to prevent accumulation of dust, dirt, food debris, grease, and other organic matter. 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 →