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Udon Thai Restaurant

1495 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale 85257

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-24-01453

Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

85
Good

Scottsdale restaurant avg: 93

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100060202420252026Mar 18, 2024 — Routine — score 65 (1 priority, 3 foundation, 5 core)Apr 30, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 3, 2024 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Apr 8, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 18, 2025 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Nov 20, 2025 — Routine — score 75 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Feb 13, 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 history7 on record

2026

Feb 13, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed time as a control and cooling methods.

2025

Nov 20, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#5 — Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsPriority foundation2-501.11

Inspector's notes

No procedures for clean-up of vomit and diarrheal events on site during inspection. Provided copy of procedures to person in charge (PIC). Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Repeat Violation: 2nd consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a can of Hot Shot Ant & Roach spray located front of house underneath the handwash sink. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority4-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed cilantro, carrots, and broccoli stored in plastic grocery bags inside reach in cooler across from dry storage racks. Person in charge (PIC) replaced bags with food safe plastic storage bags. Use of non-food grade bags (including to-go bags and trash bags) is not approved for storage of open food items to prevent migration of deleterious substances. Discussed talking to vendor about selling ingredients in food safe bags. Repeat Violation: 2nd consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-102.11 (A)(1) and (B)(1) - Priority: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use; Migration of Deleterious Substances; Safe

Aug 18, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°

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

#5 — Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsPriority foundation2-501.11

Inspector's notes

No procedures for clean-up of vomit and diarrheal events on site during inspection. Provided copy of procedures to person in charge (PIC). Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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.

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-203.11

Inspector's notes

Observed oysters repackaged in portioned bags in reach in freezer. Person in charge (PIC) retained original box in dry storage. Molluscan shellfish may not be removed from the container in which they are received other than immediately before sale or preparation for service. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3) -(5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 -Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling; and (7) for any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-203.11 - Core: Molluscan Shellfish, Original Container

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority4-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed carrots, parsley, green beans, and broccoli stored in plastic grocery bags inside reach in cooler across from dry storage racks. Person in charge (PIC) replaced bags with food safe plastic storage bags. Use of non-food grade bags (including to-go bags and trash bags) is not approved for storage of open food items to prevent migration of deleterious substances. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-102.11 (A)(1) and (B)(1) - Priority: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use; Migration of Deleterious Substances; Safe

Apr 8, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed boiled chicken prepared at 2:30pm located in the lower reach in cooler at a temperature of 65F. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection.

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Inspector's notes

Observed in the reach in cooler four sauce working containers not in their original containers without common name of product.

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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food Predefined Comment: All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. PIC labeled bulk sauce containers with common label name.

2024

Jul 3, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°

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

#6 — Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco UseCore2-401.11

Inspector's notes

Observed an Starbucks cup of coffee on the center prep table without a straw.

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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco Predefined Comment: To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed in the reach in prep cooler bean sprouts at 56F, sliced tomatoes at 52F, chicken at 56F, and beef at 56F.

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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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Inspector's notes

Observed crab ragoon cream cheese located in the rear reach in cooler without a date marking.

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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. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Apr 30, 2024RoutinecleanA°

OC re-inspection for a Class 4 10+ E&D permit was conducted with owner Joshua L. by appointment. The establishment is still approved to operate. Please address the following items prior to the next routine inspection: 1) Trim the prep sink drain to provide a 1" minmum air gap above the floor sink. 2) Provide a u-shaped toilet seat in the restroom. 3) Continue replacing the chipped and damaged VCT flooring throughout the facility, as needed. 4) Provide a smooth and easily cleanable finish to the dry storage ceiling. Observed perforated acoustical ceiling tiles installed. A minor remodel permit will be required for any future installation of a soda system at the front service counter. MCESD inspection report was delivered via email. No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Mar 18, 2024Routine1 priority3 foundation5 coreC°

OC inspection for a Class 4 10+ E&D permit was conducted with owner Joshua L. by appointment. The establishment was open and operating at time of inspection. 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.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 3 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Prep Sink MCEHC §8.1.8g (1), (a) ------- Provide a separated, single compartment prep sink for rinsing produce and thawing raw meats. Ensure hot and cold water is provided. Indirectly plumb the sink to the floor sink and provide a 1" minimum air gap. Please correct the listed re-inspection items prior to the OC re-inspection within 45 days. A minor remodel permit will be opened for the future installation of a soda system at the front service counter. Please be advised that the New Business Permit Application fee includes one initial inspection and one follow-up inspection. Additional fees will be assessed for any additional follow-up plan review inspections.MCESD inspection report was delivered via email. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Joshua Lin

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-402.11

Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing ------- Correct the following items: 1) Recaulk the sink fixtures throughout the facility with silicone to the walls. 2) Recaulk the ventilation hood gaps with a high temperature, aluminum based silicone. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressurePriority foundation5-103.11

Priority Foundation-5-103.11, Pf: Capacity-Quantity and Availability --------- Correct the following: 1) Observed a warewash machine installed and a 40 gallon capacity water heater installed. Please provide a 75 gallon capacity minimum water heater. 2) Replace the faucet at the three compartment sink to prevent cold water from mixing with the hot water. This will ensure that hot water measuring 120' F minimum is provided to the sink. 3) Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-202.11

Core-5-202.11 (B), C: Cleanable Fixtures -------- Provide a u-shaped toilet seat in the restroom. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#52 — Sewage and Waste Water Properly DisposedPriority5-402.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.11, P: Backflow Prevention --------- Correct the following items: 1) Replumb the warewash machine drain to the nearby floor sink and provide a 1" minimum air gap. The machine is currently plumbed to the mop sink. 2) Transition the flex drain on the ice machine to rigid piping and provide a 1" minimum air gap above the floor sink. 3) Provide a 1" minimum air gap above the floor sink for the wok station drain. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-203.11

Priority Foundation-5-203.11, Pf: Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities. 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. -------- Provide a handwash sink at the front service area where the ice machine is located. Ensure hot and cold water is provided to the sink fixture. The current handwash sink is too far from the area. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: 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. ------- Observed cooked rice, cut leafy greens, cooked chicken, and cooked TCS sauces in the reach-in refrigerator unit without date marks. The PIC indicated that the products had been produced 1-2 days prior to the inspection. Proper date marks were added to the products at time of inspection. Advised the PIC that all TCS foods must be properly date marked after being held for over 24 hours to ensure staff know when to discard the products. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Core-3-302.12, C: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food ------- Observed multiple dry foods in containers without labels. Please provide proper name labels to all bottles and containers with dry products prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability -------- Correct the following: 1) Replace all VCT flooring that is chipped and cracked. Any exposed concrete areas will require a sealed concrete. 2) Provide a smooth and cleanable finish to the dry storage ceiling. Recommend flipping the tiles over and paint them with a semi-gloss paint. 3) Replace the torn FRP around the mop sink area, as needed. Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed ------- Correct the following items: 1) Provide missing rubber cove base to the in the kitchen areas, as needed. 2) Provide a 3/8 inch minimum cove base to the floor/wall junctures of the restroom. Utilize a silicone grout. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods -------- Correct the following items: 1) Provide all missing cleanout covers, as needed. 2) Fill all wall holes throughout the facility, as needed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting -------- Replace all burnt lights throughout the kitchen area to ensure 50 foot candles minimum is provided. Recommend bright LED lighting. 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 →