Alo Cafe

6960 E 1st St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Alo Cafe has been inspected four times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 6, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Scottsdale restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed prep sink and 3 compartment sink pulled away from the wall and missing caulking. Discussed with the person in charge that the sink should be fastened and sealed to the wall creating a smooth easily cleanable surface

6-201.13

Aug 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cook crack raw eggs then open cooler to prepare a fruit salad bowl without taking off there gloves and washing hands. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks

2-301.14

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: This is the 6th consecutive violation. Observed the gaskets of the tall reach in cooler falling off and in disrepair. All equipment must be kept in good repair. Please have these gaskets replaced or repaired

4-501.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a knife wedged in-between two prep tables. 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

3-304.12

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: This is the 5th consecutive violation. Observed the gaskets of the tall reach in cooler and the low coffee cooler falling off and in disrepair. All equipment must be kept in good repair. Please have these gaskets replaced or repaired

4-501.11

Sep 19, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: This is the 4th consecutive violation. Observed the gaskets in disrepair and falling off of the doors on the tall reach in cooler and the milk cooler in the coffee bar. All Equipment must be kept in good repair. Please have the gaskets replaced

4-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: This is the 4th consecutive violation. At time of inspection, no CFPM was present

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alo Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Alo Cafe on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Alo Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Alo Cafe.

How does Alo Cafe compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Alo Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Alo Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Alo Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Alo 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 Alo Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Alo Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.

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