Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails

7919 E Thomas Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 27, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Conveying Sewage (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large amounts of grey water pooling on the road located outside the back door of the establishment. Per PIC their cleaning company power washes the back of house and pushes the water outside. This is considered improper disposal of mop water. Please ensure all leftover water from cleaning is pushed into a floor drain or dumped into the mop sink located in the back of house. The PICs stated they will find a new cleaning company
5-402.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the gasket on the walk-in cooler door, and a drawer underneath the grill, do not stick when closed. Please replace the gaskets to prevent cold air escaping. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed items no longer being used by the establishment being stored outside next to their storage unit. Please ensure immediate removal of unnecessary items and litter. This also helps in the prevention of pests. The PIC removed the items to the dumpster while inspector onsite
6-501.114
74
Jan 9, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed the facility operating without 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)
95
Oct 2, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Shellstock, Maintaining Identification
Inspector notes: Observed establishment prep and serve raw oysters but not maintain shellstock in original container, maintain tags in chronological order, and not date mark last sold on shellstock tags
3-203.12
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed establishment offers on the bar menu cocktail with egg whites from raw shelled eggs but have no consumer advisory posted for the cocktail on the menu
3-603.11
Specialized processing method used without required variance (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed establishment ROP portioned raw frozen fish onsite but have no HACCP variance for this specialized process. The person in charge discontinued ROP process until variance is obtained. Provided variance application and guidance resources
3-502.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep cooler with minimum ambient temperature of 45F as measured by inspector min/max thermometer. Upon inspection the person in charge determined the prep cooler had been disconnected from the extension chord. The prep cooler was connected and observed the prep cooler cool to ambient temperature of 41F. Discussed restricting use of temporary extension chords and installing permanent commercial electric connection
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed no covered receptacle in the female toilet rooms
5-501.17
61
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered basins of ice in bar area. Bartender stated that ice is placed in customers' drinks. Food not in use must be protected with covering. PIC produced coverings for basins at time
3-302.11(A3-8)
95
Dec 23, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 16, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails.

How does Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.