Inspection Report

Business Name
Adero Scottsdale
Business Address
13225 N EAGLE RIDGE DR FOUNTAIN HILLS AZ 85268
Permit Number
FD2406298
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Re-Inspection
Inspection Date
7/23/2025
Grade
R
Priority Violation
1
Inspection Status
Re-Inspection Completed

Violations

Violation #: 51

Description: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law

Addl Notes: 1) Install a hand sink in sever hallway (beverage counter). Hand sink must be NSF, have hot and cold water and drain to the sewer. 2) Install a dump sink in the bar area. Dump sink must be NSF, have hot and cold water, and drain to the sewer. 3) Install an ASSE 1022 backflow preventer (such as a Watts SD3) on all water lines to coffee/tea brewers/espresso machines and ice machines, including in Revive Bar area. 4) Either replace ASSE 1022 backflow preventers on soda carbonators, install new ASSE 1022 backflow preventers on water lines upstream of carbonators, or install an RPZ backflow preventer (ASSE 1013 such as a Watts 009) on water lines upstream of carbonators. ASSE 1022 backflows on soda must be replaced yearly; RPZ backflow must be tested yearly. 5) Re-plumb drain lines in bar so that all drain lines are hard-piped (no flex tubing), sloped to drain, with 1” air gaps at floor sinks.

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: 6) Repair flooring throughout kitchen area. Flooring is in a state of disrepair that the whole floor needs to be replaced. 7) Replace cabinetry that is in disrepair in server hallway (beverage counter). Recommend installing stainless steel shelving/cabinets instead of laminate millwork. 8) Install cove base throughout interior of Revive Bar.

Comments/Details


Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
OC Re-inspection. Walked with Brad. Correct the noted items within 30 days.

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.