Amelia's BY EAT
D°8240 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale 85258
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-01752
Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
An inspection on Feb 6, 2026 found violations at the county's most serious (D-equivalent) level. Scores are held in the “Poor” band for 6 months after such events — until Aug 5, 2026, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works
Score over time
Inspection history12 on record
2026
Feb 6, 2026Routine3 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteD°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed barista place a orange garnish with her bare hands into a drink intended for a consumer. Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items. RTE food that was contacted by bare hands was discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Using utensils such as tongs and tissue paper prevents the contamination of ready to eat foods.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11(B) - Priority: Preventing Contamination from Hands. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed the hand washing station directly in front of the entrance to the facility blocked by a laundry bag. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. By ensuring that the handwashing stations are not obstructed by items and made available at all times helps to promote handwashing by food employees.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed in the front cooler case TCS foods egg salad at 56.8F and egg bites at 45.6F that have been in the unit overnight. 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. Inspector embargoed food product. TCS ready to eat foods shall be maintained at a temperature of 41F and below to prevent bacterial growth that can cause contamination.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed house made ranch dressing egg based is observed with a preparation date of 1/29/26 held in the walk in cooler 41F and below. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. The inspector embargoed food product. TCS foods shall not be held for more than 7 days at 41F to prevent food contamination of food product.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.
2025
Dec 1, 2025Routine1 priority2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee washing chef knife with soap before drying and returning to magnet strip for use again. Instructed employee to sanitizer knife at time before returning it to use. Please ensure all food contact surfaces are sanitized after cleaning and before use. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-702.11 - Priority: Cleaned and Sanitized Before Use After Cleaning. 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 vacuum packaged raw salmon being stored in walk-in cooler and prep cooler during inspection. Please ensure raw salmon is removed from vacuum packaging prior to thawing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple kitchen knives being stored pinched between prep tables and prep top coolers. Knives were removed and cleaned at time. Please ensure in-use utensils are stored in a clean, dry area between uses. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Aug 19, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed test strips, and sanitizer concentrations.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee restocking salad into prep top cooler with bare hands. Instructed employee to wear gloves while handling ready to eat food items. Please ensure all ready to eat foods are protected from bare hand contact. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11(B) - Priority: Preventing Contamination from Hands. 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.
Apr 30, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed consumer advisory requirements, and grab and go food date marking.
Inspector's notes
No hand towels available at handsink on prep line, sink was re-stocked at time. Please ensure all handsinks are stocked with hand drying provisions at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed container of raw ground tri tip being stored on shelf above cooked bolognese in walk-in cooler. Raw product was moved to bottom shelf at time. Please ensure raw animal products are stored safely and in a way that cannot contaminate ready to eat food items. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed large container of pickled onions (hot brine), and a cut chub of deli meat in walk-in cooler without date marks. Person in charge said these items had been prepared 2 days prior and were date marked at time. Please ensure all time/temperature controlled for safety food items are date marked to be discarded within 6 days after the date they have been prepared or removed from packaging. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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.
2024
Oct 23, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed time as a control.
Inspector's notes
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.
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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 cooked chicken soup in a deep 5 gallon container in the walk-in cooler with internal temperatures ranging from 48-51*F, made yesterday per PIC. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed proper cooling methods. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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.
Jun 5, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed sanitizer testing strips and disposable dog bowls.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Kevin Brown
Apr 3, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Received updated menus with consumer advisory corrections on 3/30 via email, from Katharine M. Menus attached in AA.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 19, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed garlic in oil and labeling requirements.Provided dog friendly patio permit application.Discussed barrier exemption.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Shevana Meredith
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 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer in the dish machine in the back of house. Chlorine sanitizer should be between 50-100ppm to ensure the dishes are properly sanitized. The machine was ran and primed twice, then tested correctly. Discussed priming and testing daily. 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 no consumer advisory on the menu for undercooked items such as eggs, tri tip, and salmon. This advisory is used to tell consumers the food they are consuming may cause an increased risk of foodborne illness. Please email the inspector the updated menu by Friday, March 29th. Provided consumer advisory guidance doc. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Sep 12, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Final construction inspection.Construction is complete and approved with conditions.(1) The roll-up doors leading to the exterior must remain closed until the barrier exemption is approved. Documentation to be emailed to Construction Superintendent. Noted: bug zapper and exterior rodent stations are in place.(2) Provide a sign showing water heaters are above the walk-in unit. This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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.Report emailed to VictorNo county legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 30, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Equipment Inspection. Walked with Stacey and Victor. Project nearly complete but not approved for Final. Establishment is approved to stock and train (walk-in verified at 41*F and hot water is available).Backflow preventers being installed at time of inspection. Equipment including bar counters and espresso machine not yet installed. See previous inspection for full list of items to address.3 tankless water heaters (Navien NPE 240A) are installed above walk-in cooler.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.
Aug 28, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Plumbing Inspection. Walked with Victor. Project about 90% complete.Correct the following items:1) Install an RPZ backflow preventer on all water lines to combi oven.2) Install an RPZ backflow preventer on all water lines to glass rinsers in bar.3) Re-weld areas of 3-compartment sink that will support rails for racks to dish machine (where rail supports are attached to basins of 3-compartment sink). All welds must be smooth and easy to clean, to meet NSF requirements.4) Seal under counters in kitchen and in bar, including sealing any raw wood and caulking any gaps.5) Install cove base where missing in bar and kitchen. If a cove base is tooled in, ensure it is a minimum 3/8” radius.6) Complete requirements for Other Effective Means of Barrier Protection. Install at minimum 1 insect lights inside dining area, install either fly bait stations or have residual treatment placed outside (both front and back patio), install rodent bait stations (minimum 2 on each front and back patio), have basic crawling insect pest control, create a training for employees, and create a log for staff monitoring of pests.7) Finish peeling all stainless protectant.8) Finish all trim and detail work, including installing corner guards, repairing any minor wall or tile damage, etc.9) Espresso machine must be employee monitored at all times, and customers cannot be sat at espresso machine. Otherwise, a sneeze guard will be required.10) All refrigeration must hold at 41*F or less – walk-in cooler not turned on at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.
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 →