Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

15681 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Frozen Desserts

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. On Mar 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so Handel's Homemade Ice Cream is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At back handwashing sink, no handwashing soap available. Handwashing soap was provided at time of inspection. Maintain all handwashing sinks stocked with handwashing soap and available for use at all times

6-301.11

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: Second Consecutive Violation. 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

No designated area for employee eating or drinking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Open employee food stored on chest freezers in back area. Employees moved food off of chest freezers, away from food and food equipment. (A) Areas designated for EMPLOYEES to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that FOOD, EQUIPMENT, LINENS, and SINGLE SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES are protected from contamination. (B) Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES cannot occur

6-403.11

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Fourth 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

2-102.12(A)

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

Oct 7, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Third 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

2-102.12(A)

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 four inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two 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?

Yes. Recent inspections at Handel's Homemade Ice Cream have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the 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.

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