Nino's Greek Cafe
3102 N 16TH ST, PHOENIX, AZ, 85016
Most recent inspection
- Date
- October 6, 2026
- Type
- Food Routine Inspection
- Result
- Not Participating
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 5
- Jurisdiction
- Maricopa County (Phoenix), AZ
Violations (5)
- 22CriticalCorrected on site
Proper Cold Holding Temperatures
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. Addl Notes: Observed raw chicken with internal temperature of 47F stored in the cooler drawers under the cook top. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Priority
- 2
Certified Food Protection Manager
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 Addl Notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at the time of inspection. Predefined Comment: 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.
- 5
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events
2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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. Addl Notes: Observed no written bodily fluid cleaning instruction or bodily fluid clean up kit. Predefined Comment: Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
- 33
Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature Control
4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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. Addl Notes: Observed minimum ambient temperature of 50F in the cooler under the cook top. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
- 55
Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean
6-201.14 - Core: Floor Carpeting, Restrictions and Installation Addl Notes: Observed carpeted mats soiled with food debris by the back prep room and next to the 3 comp sink. Discussed carpet use restriction, non-approved floor coverings installed in food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, and toilet room areas. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Observed flooring with broken tile and unsealed wood in the back prep area and next to 3 comp sink. Observed cracks/gaps in flooring in other areas of kitchen, Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Earlier inspections on file
Source: Maricopa County (Phoenix), AZ health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.