Schmooze Workspace & Cafe
B°4222 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale 85251
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-62355
Score based on 11 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 history12 on record
2026
Jun 15, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Discussed MCESD Dog Friendly patio/ service animals.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring canned products for signs of damage/dents. Discussed copper mule mugs.
Inspector's notes
Observed chef pick a small piece of paper off the ground with a gloved hand and then without first washing hands observed the chef touch the walk-in refrigerator door handle, enter the walk in refrigerator, and return to the grill to resume cooking. Observed a chef crack raw unpasteurized shelled eggs with gloved hands into a pan at the grill. Then without first washing their hands observed the chef wipe their hands on a wiping cloth, touch handles of scoops for ready to eat foods, and handle a bun for a sandwich. Observed a chef scratch their face with a gloved hand and then without first washing their hands and changing gloves observed the chef handle a tortilla and resume cooking.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Predefined Comment: Employees properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Repeat Violation: 2nd.
Mar 10, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed written procedures for employees to follow for clean up of body fluid accidents. Provided guidance document. Discussed handwashing sink use.
Inspector's notes
No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. PIC unable to provide certification for review and establishment's other CFPM was not onsite at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections. 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 chef cracking raw unpasteurized eggs onto the flat top grill with gloved hands. Then, without first washing their hands, observed chef change their gloves and place tortilla on the grill, and then wrap breakfast burrito.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Hands must be washed when switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food. Predefined Comment: Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed food debris near the backside of the blade of the deli slicer near the blade guard. Deli slicer stored on the counter in the back prep area. After discussion with the person in charge it was determined the slicer was last used yesterday. Food equipment shall be clean to sight and touch to avoid any possible contamination or pests. Person instructed food employee to properly clean and sanitize the slicer at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
2025
Sep 17, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 3, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 10, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Oct 10, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.The establishment was found using (Chagaccino), you have 10 days to provide documentation that the product is GRAS or used according to law.Inspected with Badge # 158
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 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.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-206.11 - Priority: Restricted Use Pesticides, Criteria
Aug 8, 2024Re-Inspection2 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food manager present during inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that a certified manager should be present 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 excessive organic matter on the fan guard in the walk-in cool. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Aug 6, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food manager present during inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that a certified manager should be present 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 seared salmon salad available on the menu marked with an asterisk identifying it as an item that can be undercooked. The person in charge did not have access to a parasite destruction form at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that salmon that can be served undercooked should have a parasite destruction form available that states how the parasites have been destroyed. A re-inspection will be completed on Thursday 8/8/2024. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-402.11 - Priority: Parasite Destruction; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed excessive organic matter on the fan guard in the walk-in cool. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Mar 11, 2024Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, orContact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Tony Hamati
Repeat Violation Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Observed damaged gaskets on the cook line drawers. Person in charge stated that they have been ordered. Discussed with person in charge that all equipment should be maintained in good condition. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Nov 28, 2023Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.2-102.12(A), C - Certified Food Protection ManagerNo employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager.Correct prior to next routine inspection.2nd consecutive violation.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, orContact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Elizabeth Biddick
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: 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. Observed men's restroom hand sink with no paper towels available. Person in charge had staff member refill at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that all hand wash sinks should have a hand drying provision available at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Observed damaged gaskets on the right side cold table drawers on the cook line. Discussed with person in charge that equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed fan covers in walk-in cooler with excessive organic matter build up on them. Discussed with person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Aug 24, 2023Routine1 priority2 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.2-102.12(A), C – Certified Food Protection ManagerNo employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager.Correct prior to next routine inspection.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation #13, 3-302.11, which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.Discussed bodily fluid clean-up procedures. Provided guidance document. No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive 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 toreview, orContact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Inspection report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Hope Branger
Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: 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. Observed raw breaded chicken in walk-in cooler stored above raw fish and raw hamburger patties. Person in charge (PIC) had staff re-adjust raw protein properly at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that it is necessary to separate all types of raw animal foods from each other during storage, preparation, holding and display by using separate equipment for each type, arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination is prevented, and preparing each type of food at different times or in different areas. Guidance document was provided. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Observed in use utensils on the stove on the cook line stored in standing water that measured 92*F with inspector probe thermometer. Staff removed at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that in-use utensils should be stored in either running water or standing water that is maintained at 135*F. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Observed damaged gaskets on the right side cold table drawers on the cook line. Discussed with PIC that equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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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 →