Einstein Bros Bagels
B°23079 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale 85255
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-41253
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history7 on record
2026
Aug 3, 2026Routine1 priority3 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed open butter held in cooler underneath left most cold-holding prep station next to bagel slicer with internal temperature of 61°F. Person-in-Charge (PIC) stated that butter had been prepped about ~2 hours prior and had been left on counter during lunch rush. Open butter was relocated by PIC to walk-in freezer unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed front panel missing on ice machine exposing air compressors and fans located back of house. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
Observed end of the spray arm at the three compartment sink extending below the flood rim due to a broken spring. An air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the sink must be at least twice the diameter of the inlet and may not be less than 1 inch. Advised PIC to change the spring prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
Observed rusted grease trap covering with holes and no handle located next to 3 compartment sink. PIC stated that request for repair will be submitted as soon as able. Grease trap shall be maintained to be easily cleaned and ensure employee safety. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-402.12 - Core: Grease Trap
Mar 20, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed front panel missing on ice machine exposing air compressors and fans located back of house. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
2025
Jun 12, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
All reach in coolers has an accumulation of buildup, seeds and food debris inside the shelves. Clean with soap and sanitizer as often as necessary. Correct by next routine inspection. 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. Addl Notes: The interior surface of the bread slicer has an accumulation of oil, seeds, and bread crumbs attached to the surface. Advised the manager to remove the buildup with degreaser and then wash with soap and sanitizer in place. The manager instructed employees to follow up with the procedure. Corrected at the time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 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
The floor is covered with food debris and seeds behind the coolers and bread slicer in the cook line and food service area. All units have wheels and can move very easily. The manager instructed employees to pull the units and broom the area, and then mop. Broom and mop as often as necessary. Corrected at the time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Feb 6, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Inside reach-in coolers in the food service line and counters in the back food prep line are accumulated with food debris and build up. Doors and handles of reach in the coolers are greasy. Clean and sanitize all items as often as necessary. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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. Addl Notes: In the food service line front desk containers of sausage patties, and cooked shredded beef have an accumulation of foods that are not clean to sight and touch. Items were removed. Clean equipment and food were placed in this unit. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of 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
Five raw shell eggs in a rack at room temperature next to the egg maker in cook line. Shell egg has an internal temperature of 79-80 degrees F. The manager stated item was in this less than an hour ago. The manager was advised to create a policy for using time for food safety. A written policy is needed to explain the food item is using 4 hours without any temperature control. Food items must be time-tagged and be discarded if not served. Food item was time tagged for four hours. 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.
Inspector's notes
Walls in cook line has an accumulation of food debris, bread crumbel or seeds. Clean and sanitize as often as necessary. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2024
Sep 18, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 7, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verified Email Inspection report is received. 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-181Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA - MB,Signer: Danny Geng
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Cooked white egg in single use container held at 115 degree F inside hot box in food service area. Food was discarded. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Inside two reach-in coolers accumulated with crumble bagel food debris and seeds. Clean and sanitize as often as necessary. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Dec 4, 2023Routine1 foundation3 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verified Email Inspection report is received. 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: Not Participating,Signer: Barry H
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. Containers of sausage patty, brisket, ham and bacon are accumulated with build up and food debris of non similar items in cook and service line. Equipment have to be washed, rinsed and sanitized daily with new refill of food items and be clean to sight and touch. Containers were replaced with clean containers. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring fruit flies are present in the back by wear washing area. Maintain establishment clean, free of waste and keep floor dry to control activities of frit flies. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Reach in and walk in coolers are heavily accumulated with food debris and build up. Doors, handles and sides of equipment have a dried build up with food and grease. some containers are accumulated with food debris. Clean and sanitize as often as necessary. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Waste water sanding on the floor in the back by ice machine and three compartment sink. Did not find any back flow from the drains. Manager stated there is a leak from ice machine. Repair and sanitize the floor as needed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →