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Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe

9393 N 90th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe stretching back to 2024. On Mar 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

By comparison, the average Scottsdale facility scores 95, putting Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Throughout establishment, cutting boards deeply scored. Resurface or replace cutting boards to allow for a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Cutting surfaces such as cutting boards and blocks that become scratched and scored may be difficult to clean and sanitize. As a result, pathogenic microorganisms transmissible through food may build up or accumulate. These microorganisms may be transferred to foods that are prepared on such surfaces
4-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: In bar dining area, tortilla maker with flour and oil on unit. Per manager, tortilla maker is not used. Remove tortilla maker from dining area. If establishment wants to use tortilla maker at current location, contact inspector for instructions on remodel for addition of handwashing sink. The PREMISES shall be free of: (A) Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as EQUIPMENT that is nonfunctional or no longer used
6-501.114
90
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Conveying Sewage
Inspector notes: At bar handwashing sink drain, water slow to drain. At time of inspection, water on outside of drain. When asked, employees unable to provide timing of how long drain has not been draining properly. By end of inspection, drain had slowly drained to prevent overflow of sewage. Plumbing company was called at time of inspection. Ensure drain is working properly
5-402.13
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In walk in cooler, TCS foods (cooked meats, cooked sauces) without proper date mark. Per employee, TCS foods were prepared >24 hours/ 2 days ago. Employee provided preparation dates on TCS foods (cooked meats, cooked sauces). RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking are to be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Throughout establishment, cutting boards deeply scored. Resurface or replace cutting boards to allow for a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Cutting surfaces such as cutting boards and blocks that become scratched and scored may be difficult to clean and sanitize. As a result, pathogenic microorganisms transmissible through food may build up or accumulate. These microorganisms may be transferred to foods that are prepared on such surfaces
4-501.12
74
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: On the steam bath, observed white cream sauce/125F. All other foods were observed at or above 135F. Per staff, the sauce was prepared from scratch and was within safe time parameters. The sauce was reheated to 165°F at time of inspection, and will maintain at or above 135 in the steam bath
3-501.16(A)(1)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: In the walk-in cooler, observed several uncovered, prepared foods and sauces. Foods that are not cooling shall be maintained covered
3-302.11(A3-8)
82
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.

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