Hula's Modern Tiki

7213 E 1st Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Hula's Modern Tiki has been inspected six times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Hula's Modern Tiki's latest score is in line with the Scottsdale average of 95. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build up on the beverage dispenser at the end of the bar nearest to the street and excessive organic matter build up in the beverage dispenser holder at the server station

4-602.11(E)

Aug 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 22, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed damaged door frame on the back door exposing bare wood. Discussed with the person in charge that all walls should be sealed and covered with a smooth easily cleanable surface

6-201.13

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed gap approximately 1/2 inch under the back door with light showing through. Discussed with the person in charge that all outer openings should be sealed to prevent entry of pests

6-202.15

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed damaged caulking behind the prewash sink at the dish machine and in the restrooms. Discussed with the person in charge that all sinks should be sealed to the wall with a smooth easily cleanable surface

5-205.15(B)

Feb 12, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: In the hot well on the prep line, observed a pan of mashed potatoes at 115-125*F. Per employee the foods were being held hot after preparation and were not reheats. Per employee it was prepped and placed in the hot holding unit 1.5 hours prior. Potatoes were placed in a pan and reheated to 165*F prior to placing them back in the hot holding unit

3-501.16(A)(1)

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, cooked plantains and cooked onions on the flat top grill were being held on time control. Items were placed on time control 3 hours prior. Observed no time control documentation available for the time the foods were placed out. Reviewed the time control log and the establishment's procedures for time as control. Manager updated log with today's food items on time as control

3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)

Oct 29, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 22, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food contacted unclean equipment or utensils (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler, observed a pan of raw, pooled eggs stored above raw ginger and ready to eat, cut lettuce. In the prep cooler by the stove, observed raw chicken stored over raw fish. Discussed storage of utensils for raw proteins

3-304.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hula's Modern Tiki last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hula's Modern Tiki on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Hula's Modern Tiki compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Hula's Modern Tiki most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Hula's Modern Tiki's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hula's Modern Tiki have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hula's Modern Tiki 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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