Inner Circle Cafe
A°2515 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale 85257
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-59480
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
Mar 10, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed manual warewashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed scrambled eggs made 2 hours prior at 62*F in the reach-in cold holding unit near the 3-compartment sink, covered with saran wrap. 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. All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling, and placed into the walk-in cooler. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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.
2025
Nov 17, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection. Discussed ice machine cleaning frequency with person in charge.
Apr 23, 2025Routine4 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed. Discussed vomit/fecal clean up procedures with Person in charge (PIC).
Inspector's notes
Observed no employee with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification in the establishment at time of inspection. 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 black organic matter located inside the interior food contact surface of the ice machine. Establishment must clean non TCS food contact surfaces like the inside of the ice machine at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of dirt, dust, soiling or debris. Discussed proper cleaning process for the ice machine 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 drain line from 3 bay sink level with floor sink flood rim. Instructed Person in charge (PIC) to trim drain line to ensure one inch minimum air gap above the floor sink flood rim. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: 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 debris on vent cover in walk in cooler. Discussed proper cleaning frequency with Person in charge (PIC). 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.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2024
May 31, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Routine Inspection was emailed.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: A,Food Manager Licenses: 2,Signer: Mads Leatherman
Feb 13, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The routine inspection report was emailed.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: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Helaina Graybeal
Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers>>Observed at the three compartment sink a container of dish soap not in the original container without the common label name.>>Chemicals not in the original container shall be labeled with the common name of the chemical.>>Label container with common name of product.>>Corrected at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-302.12, C: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food>>Observed on storage shelf a container of cinnamon and sugar mixture without a common label name.>>Food product that is not in the original container shall be labeled with the common name of food product.>>Label container with the common name of food product.>>Corrected at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Oct 11, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
No County legal action will result from this inspection.The establishment attended the Department’s Active Managerial Control virtual webinar class on 10/11/2023. Please note that failure to correct repetitive violations may result in legal action, including possible revocations of your permit to operate.
Sep 28, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection violation #31 have been correctedNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Sue Speidel
Sep 27, 2023Routine1 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.Inspection completed with RS 120624 hour Reinspection scheduled for 9-28-23Signed PIC up for AMC class scheduled on 10-11-23 at 8:45-11amOf Note: Discussed with PIC when refrigeration is fixed there shall be no advanced food preparation till after reinspection. If advanced food preparation and walk-in and prep table are not repaired enforcement action may result. Report sent via email 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. Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Email Sent: CHECKED,Embargo Lbs: 110.25,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1,Request Notes: Hold for Review,Signer: Sue Speidel
Repeat Violation 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 prep table with an ambient temperature of 46.7*F Person in Charge (PIC) discussed the table wasn't holding temperature earlier and cambro ice pans were put into the bottom of prep table in attempt to drop temperature. Temperature control for safety (TCS) foods were at a temperature 50*F to 60*F. TCS items are curry chicken, egg salad, tuna salad, hard boiled egg, scramble egg, sweet potato with black beans, shredded cheese, cooked sausage, sliced tomato, arugula, salad mix, feta cheese. All listed items were embargoed. Discussed with PIC all TCS items shall be at a temperature of 41*F or less. Observed an ambient temperature of 53*F in walk in cooler. TCS items temperature are 50*F to 84*F from overnight and the time of inspection was 2pm. TCS items are hard boiled egg, shredded cheddar cheese, Brie, green and red salsa, scrambled egg, cooked chicken breast, hummus, tuna salad, goat cheese, butter, Mexican cookie dough, chocolate chip cookie dough, oatmeal raisin cookie dough, snickerdoodle dough, salad mix, breakfast burritos, half and half and low fat milk. All listed TCS items were embargoed. Discussed with PIC TCS items must be held a temperature of 41*F or less. PIC was able to provide an invoice for items that were delivered today at 10am and the items were relocated to an adjacent restaurant with an efficient cold holding walkin refrigeration. The relocated items were bacon, cheddar cheese blocks, yogurt and milk. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: 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.>>> Observed the walk-in refrigerator and prep table were not adequately keeping TCS items at a temperature of 41*F or less. Milk refrigerator by the espresso machine is only functioning refrigerator. PIC had already called a company to take a look at the prep table and were able to take a look at the walk-in. Reinspection scheduled 9-28-23 Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →