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Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers

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8624 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale 85260

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-69592

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

89
Good

Scottsdale restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Aug 16, 2023 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 30, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 11, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 5, 2024 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Oct 29, 2024 — Routine — score 62 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Mar 10, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 24, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 21, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 18, 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 history9 on record

2026

Mar 18, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Oct 21, 2025Routine1 priorityall 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 shredded cheese, pico, and tomatoes holding on open top cookline fridge 45-49*f degrees. waitstaff dressing fridge holding ranch 49*f degrees and ice cream machine holding product 48*f degrees in rear of hopper. Per PIC items were out of temperature less than 4 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. 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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

Jun 24, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Ensure all employees working with food obtain food worker certification from ANSI certified online site.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

On cook line, employees handling raw hamburger with gloved hands, removed gloves, and donned new gloves to continue with handling dishware and ready to eat foods. Employees did not wash hands in between glove changes. Instructed employees to remove gloves, wash hands, and don new gloves to continue with tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands are to be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

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

Inspector's notes

In walk in cooler, cooked mushrooms/ 75*F prepared and cooling in shallow covered container. Instructed employee to move cooked mushrooms to sheet pan on speed rack, leave uncovered to continue the cooling process. 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. 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.

#58 — Dog Friendly Patio Requirements (FD)County code (MCEHC)

Establishment has required signage, pet friendly cleaning supplies and all other procedures in place to be approved with a dog friendly patio. Establishment does not have an approved Dog Friendly Patio permit with department. Dog Friendly Patio applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home.

Mar 10, 2025Routine2 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with managers and employees: date marking, handwashing when warewashing, hot holding at expo line, food manager certifications.Ensure all employees working with food obtain food worker certification from ANSI certified online site.Routine inspection report was emailed to person in charge at establishment.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

At bar, fly fans turned on at switch, but air flow turned off at fans. Instructed employee to turn on fans to prevent entry of pests. Maintain fly fans turned on when bar windows are open. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Second Consecutive Violation. On cook line, in use spatulas stored in water with temperature of 80*F and at bar, in use drink utensils stored in room temperature water. Heat was turned on water in kitchen and at bar, water was discarded. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation 3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

2024

Oct 29, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation3 coreC

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Ensure the mechanical dishwasher is properly dispensing detergent prior to using the the machine. Confirmed the emailed report was received.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

In handwash sink at end of the line, observed a plastic container filled with water inside the sink basin. Discontinue use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

At the in-use kitchen mechanical dishwasher, observed no detectable chlorine on wares after two runs of the machine. It was determined that the sanitizer supply bucket was empty. The chlorine was replaced, and line primed. PIC scheduled repair service for the machine. Staff will use the available three compartment sink until the machine is operating correctly. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

In open top prep coolers on the line, observed cheddar cheese/47F, sliced tomatoes/45F, and pico de gallo (tomato)/45F. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. PIC indicated that the TCS foods were within safe time parameters. 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.

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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.

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

Inspector's notes

In walk-in cooler, observed just prepped romaine lettuce/45F and pasta/45F in covered containers. 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. Lids removed at time of inspection. 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.

#40 — Personal CleanlinessCore2-402.11

Inspector's notes

Observed bartender prepare drinks and serve food with unrestrained waist length hair. She restrained hair during the inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-402.11 - Core: Effectiveness-Hair Restraints

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

On the stove, observed two containers of water/90F, 110F being used to hold utensils between uses. When storing in-use utensils in hot water, ensure the water is at least 135F. Staff instructed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

Aug 5, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed the emailed report was received.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person-in-charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. 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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Repeat Violation 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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Inspector's notes

In the service station, observed no soap at the handwashing sink. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

In the walk-in cooler, observed a container of tomato marinara sauce date marked with preparation date 7/27. 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). The marinara was discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.

Mar 11, 2024RoutinecleanA

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager.......The person-in-charge (PIC) at the establishment did not have food manager certification available for review. Ensure the PIC is an ANSI-certified food protection manager, and the certificate is available for review.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed the emailed report was 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Bradley Cutler

2023

Nov 30, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed the emailed report was 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Amy Bourn

#44 — Utensils, Equipment and Linens; Properly Stored, Dried, HandledCore4-903.11

Core-4-903.11(A), (B) and (D) , C: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing; Utensils, Equipment and Linens.....In the bar, observed clean glassware (and salt and pepper shakers) stored within the splash zone of the handwashing sink. Install an approved splashguard or move clean equipment at least 24 inches from the sink. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Aug 16, 2023Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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.Confirmed the emailed report was received. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Embargo Lbs: 0,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Amy Bourn,Food Manager Licenses: 1

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

Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use........Observed three spray containers of insecticide in office. Remove the unapproved chemicals and use only licensed exterminators for pest control applications. The manager removed the unapproved chemicals. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 →