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Maple & Ash

7135 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale 85251

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-67123

Steakhouse — Chicago import, Scottsdale Fashion SquareWebsite

Score based on 11 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

89
Good

Scottsdale restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Aug 29, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 6, 2023 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Apr 29, 2024 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 5, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Dec 12, 2024 — Routine — score 90 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Apr 1, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 17, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 17, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 7, 2026 — Routine — score 65 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 16, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 13, 2026 — Routine — score 89 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)89
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Jul 13, 2026Routine2 foundation1 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed 4 hour time as a public health control for steak butter and garlic butter (includes butter in dry storage).

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

Inspector's notes

No disclosure or reminder observed on the brunch menu containing raw/ undercooked beef and dishes containing raw/ undercooked eggs (Sunny side up, soft). Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement.

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3-603.11 - Priority Foundation: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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: Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

#29 — Compliance with Variance, Specialized Process, Reduced Oxygen Packaging Criteria or HACCP planPriority foundation8-103.12

Inspector's notes

Observed reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) salmon lox in the walk in freezer dated 7/12. After discussion with the PIC it was determined the salmon lox is delivered refrigerated, ROP onsite, and then frozen. Establishment's HAACP plan for ROP is not approved for seafood.

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8-103.12 (B) - Priority Foundation: Conformance with Approved Procedures; HACCP records. 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/3978/Food-Variances. Predefined Comment: All procedures in approved variance/HACCP plan must be conformed to at all times. Salmon removed from ROP at time of inspection. Reviewed approval letter and HACCP plan requirements. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Observed covered medium sized container of garlic confit cooling in the walk in refrigerator with an internal temperature of 70°F. Observed two covered pans of cooked fondu 45-48°F cooling in the walk in refrigerator. After discussion with the person in charge it was determined the garlic confit had been cooling for 2 hours and the fondu had been cooling for about 4 hours.

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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. Predefined Comment: 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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Apr 16, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Proof of correction for Priority Foundation Violation #25, 3-603.11 was received electronically.

Apr 7, 2026Routine2 priority1 foundationC°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed written procedures for time as a public health control/ time stamps for blue cheese olives.

#9 — No Bare Hand Contact with RTE Foods or a Pre-Approved Alternate Properly FollowedPriority3-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed bartender peeling and handling citrus at the bar for a beverage with their bare hands.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11(B) - Priority: Preventing Contamination from Hands. 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 preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items. Predefined Comment: RTE food that was contacted by bare hands was discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-703.11

Inspector's notes

Observed high temperature sanitizing dish machine in the kitchen washing utensils and food contact surfaces. Final rinse temperature measured at 154.7°F with inspector's min/max thermometer at time of inspection. Establishment's testing device/ temperature dots did not change color. When food-contact surfaces are being sanitized with hot water in a dish machine, the surface temperature must reach at least 160°F as measured by an irreversible registering temperature measuring device to destroy pathogens that may remain on such surfaces after cleaning. According to the dishwasher employee the booster heater was repaired recently. PIC instructed dishwasher employees to utilize chlorine sanitizer. Food contact surfaces re-sanitized at time of inspection. Provided sanitizer + high temperature dish machine logs electronically to the PIC. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Repeat Violation: 2nd.

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-703.11 - Priority: Hot Water and Chemical-Methods; Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces. 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.

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

Inspector's notes

No disclosure or reminder observed on menu containing raw/ undercooked beef and seafood. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement.

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3-603.11 - Priority Foundation: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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: Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

2025

Nov 17, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed shell stock tags.Discussed dish machine log usage.Discussed hair restraints.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-703.11

Inspector's notes

Observed high temperature dish machine that measured 152*F-156*F with min/max thermometer. Chef instructed staff to not use machine until repairs can be made. Discussed with Chef that a high temperature machine should measure 160*F or higher at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-703.11 - Priority: Hot Water and Chemical-Methods; Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces. 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.

Jul 17, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Apr 1, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling methods.Discussed shellstock tags.

2024

Dec 12, 2024Routine2 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#14 — Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite DestructionPriority foundation3-203.12

Inspector's notes

Observed raw clams and oysters in the walk-in cooler with no shell stock tags present. Observed shell stock tags in the 90 day back log with multiple tags missing the date that the last animal was sold. Observed the back log of tags stored in a box and lacking organization. Discussed with Chef that shell stock tags are to remain with the animals until the last animal is sold at which point the date should be recorded on the tag. The tags should be maintained for 90 days in an organized fashion. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-203.12 - Priority Foundation: Shellstock, Maintaining Identification. 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.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked macaroni product cooling in the walk-in covered. The product measured 59*F with inspector probe thermometer. Chef stated that the product was made approximately 3 hours prior to inspection. Chef had staff remove and move into shallow pans to complete the cooling process. Observed a dairy based gratin sauce cooling in the walk-in in a 22qt container. The product measured 79*F with inspector probe thermometer. Chef stated that the product was made approximately 1.5 hours prior to inspection. Chef had staff reheat to 165*F and begin the cooling process again with ice bath and ice wands. Discussed with Chef that acceptable methods of cooling include: Placing food in shallow pans, separating the food into smaller or thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment (i.e. a blast chiller), stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer, adding ice as an ingredient, other effective methods. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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.

Sep 5, 2024Routine1 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed consumer advisory.Discussed ROP variance.Discussed fan guard cleanliness.

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore5-501.17

Inspector's notes

Observed employee restroom with a trash receptacle with no lid. Discussed with Chef that any restroom that can be used by females should have a trash receptacle with a lid for sanitary napkins. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Apr 29, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed trash receptacle.Discussed Cleaning frequency of ice machine.Discussed fried shallots.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.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Lauren Mulkigian

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

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: 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. Observed dish machine with an internal temperature of 141-151*F measured with inspector min/max thermometer. Chef called for service at time of inspection and instructed staff to use 3 compartment sink until repair is completed. Discussed with Chef that all high temperature machines should put out dishes that reach a minimum of 160*F. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Core-3-501.15 (B), C: Cooling Methods; Cooling 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. Observed bordeu broth cooling in the walk in cooler. Chef showed chill log that stated that the product broke 135*F an hour prior to inspection. Chef pulled product and moved to shallow pan at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that acceptable cooling methods include placing food in shallow pans, separating the food into smaller or thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment (i.e. a blast chiller), stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer, or adding ice as an ingredient. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Dec 6, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 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.Signer: Erick Lavorico,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating

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

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 hand wash sink at dessert station with no paper towels available. Chef had staff refill at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that all hand wash sinks should have a drying provision available at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Repeat Violation Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. Observed both ice machines with excessive organic matter build up on the inner upper portion of the machine. Chef stated that he would have staff clean ASAP. Discussed with Chef that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Aug 29, 2023RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed receptacle in restroom. Discussed using hand wash sink for hand washing only. Discussed cleaning frequency of ice machines.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.Signer: Erick Lavorico,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating

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 →