Black Rock Coffee Bar
A10683 N 116th St, Scottsdale 85259
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-74008
Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jun 3, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with manager: handwashing, time control AM vs PM, mop sink connections.Ensure all employees working with food obtain food worker certification from ANSI certified online site.
2025
Aug 28, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.
Mar 13, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
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
Inspector's notes
Observed chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm in the wiping cloth bucket. Test paper turned black and then flashed. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels (50-100ppm) at time of inspection. Please train staff as needed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals
2024
Sep 12, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Inspection report printed and emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed maximum water temperatures of 81F and 91F at restroom handwashing sinks. PIC indicated that the facility has been unable to schedule repair service during hours when the establishment is closed. Provide hot (at least 100F) running water under pressure to all handwashing sinks as needed. 4th Consecutive Violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection due to potential legal action.
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Repeat Violation 5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.
Sep 3, 2024Re-Inspection2 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Re-inspection report emailed and printed.
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
Inspector's notes
Observed maximum water temperature of 82F at one restroom handwashing sink. Unable to inspect second "in use" restroom. Provide hot (at least 100F) running water under pressure to all handwashing sinks as needed. Email inspector proof of correction (repair service receipt) within about a week. 3rd Consecutive Violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation 5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed some dark residue buildup on upper interior surface of the icemaker bin. Remove ice and properly clean/sanitize the interior surfaces more frequently. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Time as Control written procedures were not available for review for creamer pitchers remaining at room temperature. . Provide written time as a control procedures prior to re-inspection. Email inspector written time control procedures within about a week. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation.
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Repeat Violation 3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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.
Aug 13, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundation2 coreC
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.
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
Inspector's notes
Observed maximum water temperature of 79F and 93Fat restroom handwashing sinks. Provide hot (at least 100F) running water under pressure to all handwashing sinks as needed. Email inspector proof of correction (repair service receipt) within about a week. 2nd Consecutive Violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation 5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed some dark residue buildup on upper interior surface of the icemaker bin. Remove ice and properly clean/sanitize the interior surfaces more frequently. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
At start of inspection, observed six cartons of dairy products being maintained at room temperature, and staff immediately returned the cartons to the refrigerator. The products included 2% milk/57F, fat free milk/50F half & half/49F ice cream mix with 5% milk/59F and whole milk/54F. Per PIC, the dairy products were removed for the busy rush. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. The PIC was instructed of the requirement to maintain cold TCS food at or below 41F, or correctly use time as a control. The dairy was returned to refrigeration, and per PIC, would be served within a safe time period. 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 whole milk/78F in tin pitcher. Per PIC, the facility uses time as a control; however, written procedures were not available for review. Also, the time control log was vague, signed with permanent marker, and not dated. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. Must provide written time as a control procedures prior to re-inspection. The manager agreed to discard the unstamped milk. Email inspector time control procedures within about a week. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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.
Inspector's notes
At the mop sink faucet, observed a hose with spray nozzle attached downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB). Discontinue maintaining shut-off valves downstream from AVBs. The spray nozzle was removed at the time of inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law
Mar 4, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Correction of the priority foundation violation #8 found during the routine inspection on 2/21/24 was verified by the inspector on 3/4/24 via email. A copy of the advisory report was emailed to the establishment.
Feb 21, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed and printed inspection report.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,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Gretchen Kieffer
Priority Foundation-5-202.12 (A), Pf: Handwashing Sinks, Installation; Proper Temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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 maximum water temperature of 74F at both restroom handwashing sinks equipped with individual heaters below the sinks. Provide hot (at least 100F) running water under pressure to all handwashing sinks as needed. Email inspector proof of correction (repair service receipt) within about a week. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
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 some dark residue buildup on upper interior surface of the icemaker. Remove ice and properly clean/sanitize the interior surfaces more frequently. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A), P: Approved System.....At the mop sink faucet (and water faucet on), observed a hose with spray nozzle attached downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB). Discontinue maintaining shut-off valves downstream from AVBs. The spray nozzle was removed at the time of inspection. Inspector emailed guidance document. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Aug 28, 2023Routine3 coreA
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager.....The person in charge (PIC) at the establishment is not a certified food manager. Ensure the PIC is an ANSI-certified food protection manager.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.Report printed and 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.Embargo Lbs: 0,Award: A,Signer: Kayla Sanicola,Food Manager Licenses: 1
Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.....Observed several damp wiping cloths on counter near the espresso machine and turbo chef oven. Between uses, store damp wiping cloths in approved sanitizer solution. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage.....Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice at the front service area. Between uses, store the ice scoop in the product with the handle up and out, or store on a clean, dry surface. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-903.11(A) and (C), C: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items.....Observed several boxes of clean food handler gloves stored in an open dairy crate directly on the floor. Store single use articles elevated at least six inches from the floor on approved shelving. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →