Roaring Fork
A°4800 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale 85251
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-06473
Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jul 22, 2026Routine2 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling methods with the PIC.
Inspector's notes
Observed brown residue on the interior surface of the soda gun nozzles at the bar. Equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discussed soda nozzle cleaning frequency. Please clean soda nozzles as frequently as necessary and prior to the next routine inspection. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a scoop stored in a container in a pan of raw beef in the line refrigerator. The handle of the scoop stored so it was touching the raw beef.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: 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.
Apr 23, 2026Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed 4 hour time as a public health control for roasted green chili, discussed 4 hour time as a public health control written procedures. Discussed cooling methods and butter (TCS food) storage.
Inspector's notes
Observed a chef drop a metal ramekin on the ground and pick it up with gloved hands on the cook line (ramekin set aside to be sanitized). Then observed the chef change their gloves without first washing their hands.
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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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Reviewed situations where hands must be washed. Predefined Comment: Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
In the meat walk in cooler observed a tray of raw duck stored directly above raw beef steaks. No overhead contamination observed.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. Predefined Comment: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
2025
Oct 6, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed beverage dispenser holders.Discussed floor drain maintenance.
Jun 23, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed beverage holder cleaning frequency. Discussed chemical bottle labeling.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw portions of halibut thawing on the cook line still in their original packaging. Chef had staff remove from packaging at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that all fish should be removed from its original packaging when thawing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Mar 19, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed caulking.Discussed floor drain monitoring.Discussed menu.
2024
Dec 4, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed beverage dispensers in the bar with excessive organic matter build up. The person in charge instructed staff to clean at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that all equipment should be maintained clean and in good condition. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. Addl Notes: Observed chemical dish machine that measured 0ppm with chlorine test strips. The person in charge instructed staff to use 3 compartment sink until machine can be repaired. Discussed with the person in charge that all chemical dish machines should measure between 50-100ppm with chlorine test strips at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of 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.
Aug 16, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed consumer advisory.Discussed cleaning frequency of shelving.
Apr 8, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed best practice for filling sanitizer buckets.Discussed gaskets.Discussed in use utensil storage.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, orContact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Matthew Sevigny
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. Observed raw beef stored over raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler. Observed raw steaks stored over raw salmon on the cook line. Chef moved to correct spot at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef and person in charge that raw shell eggs should be stored above raw beef and raw fish should be stored above raw beef. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Dec 12, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed floor in bar.Discussed consumer advisory.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, orContact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Matthew Sevigny
Aug 28, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, orContact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Matt Sevigny
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. Observed dish machine in the back of house that measured 0 ppm with chlorine test strips. Person in charge called for service at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that the dish machine should test between 50-100 ppm to ensure proper sanitation. Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. Observed beverage dispensers in bar that had excessive organic matter build up inside the nozzle. Person in charge had staff clean at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to prevent the accumulation of residue. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 →