Classic Cooking Academy

10411 E Mcdowell Mountain Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

School / Childcare

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Classic Cooking Academy has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Scottsdale sits at 95, putting Classic Cooking Academy on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 3, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 28, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At in use 3-compartment sink, at dishware surfaces soaking in solution, quat sanitizer with a concentration of 0ppm. After several attempts to adjust concentration, quat sanitizer was made to about 200ppm. Discussed more frequent monitoring of sanitizer solution, especially when prepared and after heavy warewashing. Per employee, sanitizer solution was just prepared. Recommended purchasing a new pump for sanitizer bottle to ensure proper dispensing

4-501.114(A-E)

Warewashing Machines, Temperature Measuring Devices

Inspector notes: Establishment uses a high temperature sanitizing warewashing machine for dishware cleaning. Establishment does not have a thermometer for monitoring final high temperature rinse of warewashing machine. Sanitizing using high temperature warewashing machines requires an irreversible waterproof measuring device to ensure food contact surfaces reach 160°F. Provide approved irreversible measuring device prior to re-inspection

4-204.115

Sep 24, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 8, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: In storage room, observed a bulk food bag and two bulk food containers on the floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises

3-305.11

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage

Inspector notes: Observed worker towel drying a plastic pitcher after being removed from the mechanical dishwasher. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. Train staff as needed

4-901.11

Apr 14, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 29, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Jul 31, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The certified food protection manager was not on site while a food worker was present and preparing food. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Classic Cooking Academy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Classic Cooking Academy on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Classic Cooking Academy?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Classic Cooking Academy.

How does Classic Cooking Academy compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Classic Cooking Academy most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Classic Cooking Academy's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Classic Cooking Academy have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Classic Cooking Academy 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 Classic Cooking Academy inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Classic Cooking Academy is inspected around five times per year on average.

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