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Il Bosco Pizza

11108 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale 85259

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-24-00136

Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

83
Good

Scottsdale restaurant avg: 93

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100060202420252026May 29, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 14, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (0 priority, 4 foundation, 0 core)Jan 22, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jan 27, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 15, 2025 — Routine — score 62 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Jun 30, 2026 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)79
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Jun 30, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Ensure all employees working with food obtain food worker certification from ANSI certified online site.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

***Second Consecutive Violation*** The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 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

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.12

Inspector's notes

In kitchen, observed several employees wash hands <10 seconds. Instructed all employees on proper handwashing. Employees rewashed hands using the correct procedures. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands are to be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.12 - Priority: Cleaning Procedure. 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.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Inspector's notes

No handwashing soap at bar handwashing sink. Handwashing soap was provided at time of inspection. Maintain all handwashing sinks stocked with handwashing soap at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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.

2025

Jul 15, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundation3 coreC°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. 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

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

In the bar, observed no chlorine sanitizer after the final rinse of the in-use mechanical dishwasher due to an empty sanitizer supply jug. The chlorine sanitizer supply was replaced, machine primed and 50-100ppm chlorine concentration restored. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

In the bar, observed three spray bottles labeled sanitizer with quaternary ammonium concentration over 500ppm. Per label instructions, this sanitizer should be diluted to 200-400ppm. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Advised staff to prepare the sanitizer in a sink and fill the spray bottles from there. Bottles were emptied at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

#44 — Utensils, Equipment and Linens; Properly Stored, Dried, HandledCore4-901.11

Inspector's notes

In the bar, observed worker towel drying glassware from the mechanical dishwasher. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-901.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required

#45 — Single-Use/Single-Service Articles; Properly Stored, UsedCore4-903.11

Inspector's notes

Observed wrapped, unfolded pizza boxes on the floor in the kitchen. Store at least six inches from the floor on approved shelving. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-501.17

Inspector's notes

At the in-use mechanical dishwasher in the bar, observed no detergent in the supply jug. Detergent properly dispensed after replacing the supply jug and priming the machine. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Warewashing Equipment, Cleaning Agents. 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.

Jan 27, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Jan 22, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

In walk-in cooler, observed all TCS food like cheese, tomato sauce, cooked meat, etc was observed at 43-44F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Per manager, the food was verified having the correct temperature earlier and went out of temperature when a delivery occurred two hours prior. Inspector was unable to obtain an accurate ambient air temperature of the unit because the adjoining freezer door was propped open. Staff relocated TCS foods to other available refrigeration units. Repair cold holding equipment in a manner that it is capable of maintaining TCS foods at 41°F or below. (Possibly adjust the thermostat or install an air curtain on the door if needed.) Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation 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.

Jan 14, 2025Routine4 foundationB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed Employee Illness policy and Cleanup Procedures. Inspector provided Cleanup Procedures and Illness policy.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

No single use towels available at handwash sink in the bar. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Inspector's notes

In the bar, observed two unlabeled spray bottles filled with blue solutions. Bottles were labeled with the chemical common name (table cleaner) at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed walk-in cooler 48F with ice buildup on the backside of the evaporator. TCS food was observed within approved temperatures. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Staff relocated TCS foods to other available refrigeration units. Repair cold holding equipment such that it is capable of maintaining TCS foods at 41°F or below. The PIC immediately scheduled repair service for the walk-in cooler. Email proof of corrective action to inspector. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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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.

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Facility uses chlorine and quaternary ammonium sanitizer solutions; however test strips were not available. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Email proof of corrective action to inspector. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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

May 29, 2024Routine1 coreA°

OC Inspection - with minor remodel. Establishment not open or operating. Establishment is approved to open and operate pending annual permit fee payment. Walked with Dwayne. and owner Jeff.Correct the following item prior to your routine inspection:1) Sand and seal exterior of pizza oven so it is smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean. Seal to the point that exterior beads water. Ensure you receive all City Finals prior to operating.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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Dwayne

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-202.16

Core-4-202.16, C: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces 1) Sand and seal exterior of pizza oven so it is smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean. Seal to the point that exterior beads water. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

May 14, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory. OC with minor remodel. Establishment not open or operating. Walked with Dwayne.Walked site and reviewed work done to date. Discussed requirements for Final approval to operate.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.

Apr 25, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory. OC with minor remodel. Establishment not open or operating. Walked with Dwayne.Walked site and reviewed work done to date. Discussed requirements for Final approval to operate.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.

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 →