Az 88 Restaurant

7353 E Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Az 88 Restaurant has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 17, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

That's lower than the typical Scottsdale restaurant, which scores around 95. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed employee restroom that can be used by both males and females with a trash receptacle with no lid. Discussed with the person in charge that any restroom that can be used by females should have a trash receptacle with a lid for proper disposal of sanitary napkins

5-501.17

Walls and Ceilings, Studs, Joists, and Rafters

Inspector notes: Observed ceiling tiles damaged and a plant of some sort growing in from the outside through a window vent near the ceiling. The growth comes into the building approximately 2 feet. Discussed with the person in charge that the ceiling tiles should be repaired and the plant growth should be removed

6-201.18

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper handwashing procedure (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed an employee handling raw ground beef. Once finished, employee went to wash their hands. Employee washed their hands with the same gloves still on and only washed their hands for approximately 3-5 seconds. Instructed employee to remove gloves when washing hands and then complete a full 20 second hand wash

2-301.12

Nov 13, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 1, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed dishwasher go from dirty to clean dishes without washing their hands between handling. Person in charge spoke with employee about this practice at the time of the inspection. 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

Fish not properly identified or sourced

Inspector notes: Observed large raw shrimp in 4 white canvas bags in the walk-in freezer labeled Wild Shrimp Co. Brown 2KG. Per research in Permit Center, the shrimp provider just has mobile food unit permits (no processor). The shrimp provider previously had a processor permit under FD-88717, but was closed out in May 2023. Internet research finds the shrimp provider with a processing address in Puerto Penasco, Mexico. The person in charge was only able to produce a generic paper invoice from the establishment and no bill of lading for the international sale of the shrimp

3-201.14

Aug 5, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food thawed using improper method

Inspector notes: Observed thawed halibut in ROP (reduced oxygen packaging) bags with the instructions to keep frozen and to break seal and thaw under refrigeration

3-501.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Az 88 Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Az 88 Restaurant on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Az 88 Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Az 88 Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Az 88 Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Az 88 Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Az 88 Restaurant 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 Az 88 Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Az 88 Restaurant is inspected around five times per year on average.

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