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Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

15681 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Frozen Desserts
License: Food Establishment - Food Catering
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Handel's Homemade Ice Cream nine times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Scottsdale restaurant scores 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Rinsing Procedures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At in use 3-compartment sink, employee washing dishware then immediately placing into sanitizer solution without a proper rinse. Instructed employees on proper warewashing of dishware. Washed UTENSILS and EQUIPMENT shall be rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or a detergent-sanitizer solution by using one of the following procedures: (A) Use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before SANITIZING if using: (1) A 3-compartment sink
4-603.16
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Throughout establishment, under 3 compartment sink, under shelving, under chest freezers, along all cove base, accumulation of dust and dirt residues. Accumulation of residues on floors throughout establishment. Physical facilities are to be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
90
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Bottom shelf of single door tall freezer with accumulation of food debris. Maintain clean. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Throughout establishment, under 3 compartment sink, under shelving, under chest freezers, along all cove base, accumulation of dust and dirt residues. Physical facility are to be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
90
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 16, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Fifth Consecutive Violation. The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM (4th Consecutive Violation)
2-102.12(A)
95
Jul 11, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of walk in cooler was 47*F, taken with inspector probe thermometer and establishment ambient air thermometer. All TCS (time/ temperature control for food safety) foods were within normal internal cold holding temperatures. Repair walk in cooler before re-inspection. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below at all times of day, especially during busier times of service and preparation. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Fifth Consecutive Violation. The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM (4th Consecutive Violation)
2-102.12(A)
86
Jul 10, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of walk in cooler was 47*F, taken with inspector probe thermometer and establishment ambient air thermometer. All TCS (time/ temperature control for food safety) foods were within normal internal cold holding temperatures. Repair walk in cooler before re-inspection. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below at all times of day, especially during busier times of service and preparation. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Fifth Consecutive Violation. The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM (4th Consecutive Violation)
2-102.12(A)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Handel's Homemade Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Handel's Homemade Ice Cream on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Handel's Homemade Ice Cream?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Handel's Homemade Ice Cream.

How does Handel's Homemade Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Handel's Homemade Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Handel's Homemade Ice Cream have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Handel's Homemade Ice Cream 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 Handel's Homemade Ice Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Handel's Homemade Ice Cream is inspected around five times per year on average.

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