Nekter Juice Bar
C°4041 S Gilbert Rd, Chandler 85249
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-80809
Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
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Inspection history6 on record
2026
Jun 25, 2026Routine2 priority2 coreC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspector discussed documentation procedures with manager for time as a control food items. 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. Emailed report
Inspector's notes
PIC was unable to provide proof of certified food service manager. Obtain certification from an accredited agency and leave at establishment. 2nd consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 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
Inspector's notes
Employee was working on register and then proceeded to place on a pair of gloves to prepare a smoothie. Inspector instructed employee to properly wash hands prior to preparing drinks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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
Observed cut spinach cold holding at internal temperature of 46 deg F in top shelf of walk-in cold unit. Manager discarded during inspection. 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
Walk in door does not appear to have self-closing latch door can swing open if not properly closed. Repair to properly close door. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
2025
Oct 14, 2025Routine2 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.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 (immunity boost powder, protein powders and metabolism powder). 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed no CFPM on site 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
Inspector's notes
Observed no soap at the hand wash sink in the front of the establishment. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Each handwashing sink must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed spinach, and kale sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature range of 62F-67F. Per PIC, the leafy greens were taken out of temperature control less than 2 hours prior to the inspection. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. (3rd consecutive violation) Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 3rd consecutive violation 3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed scoop stored in standing water near the reach in freezer at the front of the establishment. 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
May 1, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.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 (immunity boost powder and metabolism powder). 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed spinach, and kale sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature range of 62F-67F. Per PIC, the leafy greens were taken out of temperature control less than 2 hours prior to the inspection. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. (2nd consecutive violation) Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 2nd consecutive violation 3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: 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.
2024
Nov 14, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed obtaining a bodily fluid clean up kit, creating an employee illness policy, and the manager is in the process of obtaining their certified food protection manager certification.
Inspector's notes
Observed spinach, kale, and parsley sitting out at room temperature with an internal temperature range of 62F-67F. Per PIC, these foods were on time as a control (TAC), but no time stamp was indicating when the leafy greens were taken out of temperature control. During the inspection, an employee tried to put the leafy greens back into the walk-in for rapid cooling. Discussed that once committing to using time as a control that foods can no longer be cooled down, reheated, or otherwise repurposed. Since the foods were placed on TAC but was not sure of the times, the food items were voluntarily discarded at time of inspection. Advised PIC these foods may also be cold held in either the walk-in or the prep tables. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: 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.
Apr 30, 2024Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.*Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--- No certified food protection manager (CFPM) available onsite at time of inspection. Per the current adopted FDA food code, there must be a CFPM on site for all shifts while operating. Obtain a certified food protection managers certification prior to the next routine inspection. (3rd consecutive violation)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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection.Award: A,Signer: Sophia Perkovich
Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment-- Observed self-closing mechanism for the walk-in cooler not working properly. Please repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained-- Observed prep sink at the faucet and the piping leaking on to the floor. Must correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Nov 16, 2023Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--- No certified food protection manager (CFPM) available onsite at time of inspection. Per the current adopted FDA food code, there must be a CFPM on site at all times while operating. Obtain a certified food protection managers certification prior to the next routine inspection. (2nd repeat)*Please provide scoops with handles for the protein powder.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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection.Award: A,Signer: Kristen Fortney
Repeat Violation Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment-- Observed self-closing mechanism for walk-in cooler in disrepair. Please repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained-- Observed prep sink leaking at the faucet. Must correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →