Inspection Report

Business Name
Kyoto
Business Address
7170 E STETSON DR SCOTTSDALE AZ 85251
Permit Number
FD-55114
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
10/13/2023
Grade
B
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

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.

Observed no hand soap available at the hand wash sink in the sushi bar area. Chef brought out a bottle of hand soap at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that all hand wash sinks should have a hand wash provision provided.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 35

Description: Approved Thawing Methods Used

Comments:

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing

Observed raw tuna thawing in the sushi bar cold tables still in its original packaging. Chef had staff remove from packages at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that when thawing fish it should be removed from its original packaging.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring

Observed multiple small flies in the far bar corner to the right side of the TV. Discussed with Chef that the establishment should be free of pests.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 41

Description: Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and Stored

Comments:

Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

Observed red sanitizer bucket at server station in dining room that tested 0ppm with quaternary test strips. Staff dumped and replace at time of inspection.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 47

Description: Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and Used

Comments:

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

Observed damaged gaskets on cold table doors on the cook line between the soups and the stove. Chef stated that they had been ordered already. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be maintained in good condition.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 53

Description: Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, Clean

Comments:

Core-5-501.17, C: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Observed both customer restrooms with no covered receptacle available for sanitary napkins. Discussed with Chef that a toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

2-102.12(A), C – Certified Food Protection Manager
No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager.
Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Discussed food storage.

Discussed wall damage.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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 website
https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-
Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.

Inspection report emailed.



Award: B,Signer: Juvetino

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.