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Harolds Cave Creek Corral

A

6875 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek 85331

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-07896

Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

98
Excellent

Cave Creek restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 2, 2023 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Feb 27, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 28, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 15, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 7, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 22, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 13, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 7, 2026 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Apr 29, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Apr 29, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.

Jan 7, 2026Routine4 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed Time as a Public Health Control written procedures.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

In the walk-in cooler, observed several uncovered prepared foods. Cover foods that are not actively cooling. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed dark residue on upper interior surface of icemaker bin. Wash, rinse and sanitize the surface in an approved manner as needed. 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.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed portion cups stored in tartar and creamy sauces. Observed large ice scoop stored on soiled edge of ice maker. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed three unshielded lights in the walk-in cooler. Replace protective shielding as needed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

2025

Aug 13, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 22, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Spoke about repairing gaskets on cold holding drawers under prep tables, putting scrapers in 3-compartment sink area into a container, replace trash can cover for Dog Friendly Patio.

Feb 24, 2025AMC Trainingsnot scoredclean
Jan 7, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed raw chicken and raw fish stored above cooked chicken in reach in cooler on cook line and raw ground beef stored above lettuce and peppers in reach in cooler on cook line.

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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.

2024

Oct 15, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed: Why air gaps are necessary

May 28, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed reasons for closing outer openingsNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Danny P

Feb 27, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Informed PIC to not use copper cups at bar for acidic drinks Cups were not in use at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Lucio O.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage... Observed ice scoop stored inside of ice machine with handle touching ice at time of inspection. Person in charge informed ice scoop shall not be stored with handle touching ice. Person in charge moved ice scoop at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 7, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

After speaking to previous inspector it was confirmed on-site that the establishment added red soda guns, stainless steel ice bins, and replaced handwashing sinks in the back bar area facing the backside of the establishment. Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days.Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.

Nov 2, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed at time of inspectionsCore-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager.... Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge was unable to produce a certified food protection manager certificate. A CFM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operations. Provide a CFM onsite by next routine inspection. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: B,Signer: Margaret Wagner

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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 ice and straw from when employee pored out drink in hand washing sink in front servers station behind the bar. Person in charge was advised that all hand washing facilities must be accessible at all times and shall not be used or any other purposes than hand washing. Person in charge removed straw and ice from sink at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage... Observed ice bucket used for transportation of ice that will be used for human consumption placed on ground in the front servers station behind the bar. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →