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A°4228 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale 85251
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-08463
Score based on 13 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history14 on record
2026
Jun 2, 2026Routine2 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling methods for cut tomatoes.
Inspector's notes
Observed excessive organic matter build up on the interior surface of the beverage dispenser guns at the bar. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and debris. Clean as frequently as necessary to prevent the buildup of residue. Clean prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 3rd.
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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 build up of dust and residue behind cooking equipment.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Feb 18, 2026Routine2 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed maintaining outer entrances closed or other effective means of protecting outer openings. Discussed cleaning frequency behind grills and fryers.
Inspector's notes
No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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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
Inspector's notes
Observed a chef filling a pitcher of water at the rear handwashing sink. Handwashing sinks shall not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: 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. Predefined Comment: PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed excessive organic matter build up on two of the beverage dispenser guns at the bar. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and debris. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 2nd.
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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 22 quart container of house made salsa cooling in the walk in cooler (47°F). According to the person in charge the salsa had been cooling for an hour.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. The salsa was transferred to a hotel pan and placed in an ice bath at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
2025
Sep 17, 2025Routine2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed excessive organic matter build up on the beverage dispenser guns in the bar and the server station. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and debris. 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 damaged gaskets on the upright cooler on the cook line. Unit had an ambient temperature of 45*F with the coils completely covered over with ice. The Chef was proactive and had already begun removing all food from cooler prior to inspection. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be maintained in good condition. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Jun 3, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dicer stored as clean on shelf that was encrusted with food debris. Chef removed and sent to dishwasher at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be cleaned to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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 damaged gaskets on several of the cooler drawers on the cook line. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be maintained in good condition. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Mar 11, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed bar cooler maintenance.Discussed beverage dispensers cleaning frequency.
Inspector's notes
Observed dish machine in server station that measured 0ppm with chlorine test strips. The person in charge called for service at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that a chemical dish machine should test 50-100ppm. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
2024
Oct 7, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooler maintenance.Discussed beer cooler maintenance.Discussed beverage dispenser drain line.
Jul 23, 2024Routine2 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed pest control.
Inspector's notes
Observed beverage dispensers at the bar with excessive organic matter build-up on the nozzle. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold. 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 two cooler bins in the bar area with excessive debris building up on the bottom inside of the coolers (syrup, bottle caps, broken glass). Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and debris. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Mar 14, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection violation #23 3-603.11 has been corrected.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.Re-inspection report emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Lance Burgess
Mar 4, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection violation #23 3-603.11 has not been corrected. Person in charge stated that they are currently not using the breakfast menu but that new menus have been ordered and should be arriving by 3/9/2024. A re-inspection will be conducted on 3/14/2024. 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.Re-inspection report emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Tim Sherman
Feb 22, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Conducted re-inspection for violation #23, 3-603.11. Chef stated that they management is working on getting new menus reprinted. Another re-inspection will be conducted on 3/4/2024. 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: Re-Inspection,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Tim Sherman
Feb 12, 2024Routine2 foundationB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Due to priority foundation violation #23 3-603.11, a re-inspection will be conducted on 2/22/2024.Discussed cleaning frequency of beverage dispenser. Discussed spray bottle labeling. 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: Kirsten Burris
Priority Foundation-4-601.11(A), Pf: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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 lemon wedger and food dicer on shelf stored as clean with food debris still on the blades. Chef removed and put in dish pit at time of inspection. Discussed with chef that all food equipment should be cleaned after every use and should be clean to sight and touch. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-3-603.11, Pf: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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. Observed brunch menu with asterisks to identify food that can be served undercooked. Discussed with person in charge that the menu should have identifiers on all menu items that can be served undercooked. A re-inspection will be conducted on 2/21/2024 to verify completion. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Oct 30, 2023Routine1 foundation3 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had _ Priority, _ Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed covered trash receptacle in women's room. Discussed proper drainage of coolers. 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,Signer: Kirsten Burns
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. 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 hand wash sink in bar with no paper towels available. Bartender refilled at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that all hand wash sinks should have a hand drying provision available at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Observed excessive small flies in mop sink area and in bar area. Discussed with person in charge that the establishment should be free on insects. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed glass chilling cooler in bar with excessive broken glass, bottlecaps, and straws covering the inside bottom of the cooler. Discussed with person in charge that all equipment should be cleaned at a frequency that prevents build up of debris. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Observed duct tape wrapped around the faucet of the sprayer arm at the dish machine. Chef stated that the tape was used to hold the hook for the sprayer arm. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be maintained in good repair. Observed bucket behind ice machine collecting condensation water from the ice machine hose. Discussed with Chef that the drain line should be plumbed properly. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Aug 8, 2023Routine1 priority2 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 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.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 was emailed.Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: DC,Signer: Derek Leonard
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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. Observed several time temperature controlled items on the top of the cold table on the right side of the cook line. With inspector probe thermometer diced tomatoes measured 48*F, pico de gallo measured 47*F, shredded cheese measured 50*F, guacamole with tomatoes measured 48*F, and sour cream measured 47*F. Chef stated that the product had only been in the cooler for approximately 1.5 hours. Chef moved product to walk-in cooler to bring back down to temperature. Discussed with Chef that all time temperature controlled foods must be maintained at 41*F or below when cold holding. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Observed front door to establishment open. During inspection a bird entered the dining room. Discussed with person in charge that outer openings should be closed to prevent insects and rodents from entering the establishment. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed excessive debris around the equipment in the bar area. Observed beer cooler at the end of the bar with excessive debris on the bottom including broken glass, straws, and bottle caps. Discussed with person in charge that the frequency of cleaning should be increased to prevent the accumulation of debris and organic material. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →