Fogo De Chao
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Fogo De Chao has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
Fogo De Chao's latest score of 78 falls below the Paradise Valley average of 96. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the meat walk in cooler observed a tray of skewered raw chicken wrapped in bacon stored on a tray directly above skewered pork sausage. No overhead contamination observed
3-302.11(A1-2)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a missing floor tile in the walk in cooler where is water pooling. Observed two missing floor tiles and grout in disrepair by the mechanical dish machines where water is pooling
6-501.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed brown residue on the interior surface of the soda gun nozzles at the bar. Equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discussed soda nozzle cleaning frequency. Please clean soda nozzles as frequently as necessary and prior to the next routine inspection
4-602.11(E)
78
Dec 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed heated dipper well that measured 126*F with inspector probe thermometer. The person in charge had staff remove to dish machine area to be washed at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that in use utensils should be stored either in running water, water that is maintained at 135*F, or replaced every 4 hours
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter buildup on the fan guards in the meat cooler. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold
4-101.19
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed a concentration of small flies in and around the potato peeler that was waiting to be cleaned. Discussed with the person in charge that the establishment should be free of insects all of the time
6-501.111(A-B,D)
86
Apr 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 10, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed date marking labels still attached to clean dishes. The person in charge had staff member remove labels and rewash at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that the labels should be removed before washing to avoid build up of organic matter
4-601.11(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed paper towel dispenser in meat cutting room with no paper towels available. The person in charge refilled at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that all hand wash sinks should have a hand drying provision at all times
6-301.12
82
Aug 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 - 22 quart containers of carrot ginger soup and 3 - 22 quart containers of cooked black beans in the walk-in cooler. The person in charge stated that both products were made the night before. With inspector probe thermometer the product measured 65*F and 66* F respectively. The person in charge voluntarily discarded product at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that acceptable methods of cooling product include: placing food in shallow pans, separating the food into smaller or thinner portions , using rapid cooling equipment (i.e. a blast chiller), stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer, and adding ice as an ingredient
3-501.14
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fogo De Chao last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fogo De Chao on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
How does Fogo De Chao compare to other restaurants in Paradise Valley?
Fogo De Chao most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Paradise Valley average of 96.
Has Fogo De Chao's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fogo De Chao have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fogo De Chao means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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