Over the past week, over 1,400 restaurants have been inspected to ensure food quality and safety in greater Phoenix. This happens week in and week out throughout the year. The vast majority of restaurants perform well (or, at the very least, adequate) during inspections. Of the over 1,400 restaurants, only 11 received three or more Priority Violations. In general, you are safe to eat at most establishments around the Valley. During this time period, four restaurants received four Priority Violations, including one popular Japanese and Asian restaurant located in Glendale.
On August 13, a health inspector paid Kawaii Japanese & Asian Cuisine a visit. Located at 6530 West Happy Valley Road, the restaurant has, generally speaking, performed well during its routine inspections. Only three of the last eleven visits have resulted in any kind of cited violation, and this is the first time the restaurant had more than a single Priority Violation. Nevertheless, it is necessary to highlight the issue in hopes of an improved score the next time around.