Caspian Food Market
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
100
Score
Caspian Food Market appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 20, 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.
The pattern that stands out is “system maintained in good repair”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so Caspian Food Market is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the walk in refrigerator observed packaged raw ground beef stored on the shelf directly above a container of cooked beef
3-302.11(A1-2)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed visible food debris on deli slicer blade. After discussion with the person in charge it was determined the deli slicer was last used on Sunday (establishment closed on Mondays). Advised staff the deli slicer must be cleaned correctly with a wash, rinse, and sanitization step and that food contact surfaces must be clean to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leaking handwashing sink in the deli
5-205.15(B)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a milk crate filled with onions and a milk crate filled with potatoes on the ground in the deli area
3-305.11
70
Jul 2, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed built up dust and residue on the walls near the mop sink and above the three compartment sink. Observed food debris on the floor in the walk in cooler
6-501.12
95
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dried meat debris directly on the underside of the deli slicer blade and near the back of the blade. Person in charge, stated it had been used earlier this morning, but has not been fully disassembled to clean at the three-compartment sink since Sunday (6/22). Observed dried garbanzo bean debris in the front of the small meat grinder. According to the person in charge the grinder was last used yesterday. If used with TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD, EQUIPMENT FOODCONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours. Please store all food contact surfaces clean. The deli slicer and grinder were taken apart to be cleaned at the three-compartment sink at time of inspection
4-602.11(A-D)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer test strips available for the quaternary ammonium sanitizer. The person in charge was not able to find the test strips for the quaternary ammonium sanitizer
4-302.14
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a tightly covered container approximately 5 inches deep of cooked eggplant in the walk in cooler. Internal temperature of the eggplant was 100°F. Observed another container of food stacked on top. After discussion with the person in charge it was determined the eggplant had been cooling for about for about 1.5 hours
3-501.15(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler observed a tray of raw eggplants stored directly on the ground in the walk in cooler
3-305.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the drain pipe of the handwashing sink at the deli partially disconnected. The person in charge reattached the drain pipe at time of inspection
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed built up dust and residue on the walls near the mop sink and above the three compartment sink. Observed food debris on the floor in the walk in cooler
6-501.12
61
Mar 17, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a covered container approximately 5 inches deep of cooked eggplant in the walk in cooler. Internal temperature of the egg plant was 107°F. After discussion with the person in charge it was determined the eggplant had been cooling for about an hour
3-501.15(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer test strips available for the quaternary ammonium sanitizer. The person in charge was not able to find the test strips for the quaternary ammonium sanitizer
4-302.14
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a food worker cloth drying a washed container
4-901.11
78
Sep 23, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food worker crack raw unpasteurized shelled eggs into a mixer. Food worker then removed gloves and put on new gloves without washing their hands. Food worker then continued food preparation and handled clean kitchen equipment. During food preparation observed food worker remove their gloves, touch their hair, and put on new gloves without washing their hands
2-301.14
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Minimum internal temperature of the deli cooler holding multiple different kinds of TCS foods measured at 44.6°F with min/max thermometer. Exterior thermometer on the unit measured between 44-46°F. Service call made at time of inspection. Maintain refrigeration in good repair. The person in charge indicated that the unit would not be used until repaired. TCS foods were relocated to the walk-in cooler. Email inspector proof of corrective action (repair receipts) prior to re-inspection
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caspian Food Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caspian Food Market on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caspian Food Market?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Caspian Food Market.
How does Caspian Food Market compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?
Caspian Food Market most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.
Has Caspian Food Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caspian Food Market have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Caspian Food Market 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 Caspian Food Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caspian Food Market is inspected around five times per year on average.
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