Jalapeno Inferno

23587 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Jalapeno Inferno has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Feb 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding”, showing up two times.

Jalapeno Inferno's latest score of 100 sits above the Scottsdale average of 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chili rellenos held at 120 degree F in hot holding unit. Chef stated food was prepared less than an hour ago and re-heated to 165 degree F for hot holding
3-501.16(A)(1)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Hot holding unit in cook line has an internal temperature of 120 degrees F and gauge is set at maximum temp. Manager called for repair. Repair
4-301.11
78
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container cooked rice held at 120 degrees F in bottom shelf of warmer. in cook line for less than one hour. Manager was notified and item was reheated to 165-degrees F for hot holding
3-501.16(A)(1)
86
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 10, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Salsa made and portioned less than 3 hours ago held at 45 degrees F in a deep container in service station next to the bar. TCS foods must be cooled in uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means
3-501.15(B)
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Noted a few small ants around the bottle of honey stored in the bar next to the window. Bottle was cleaned with sanitizer. Did not find any ant inside food and food was not contaminated. Verified Invoices of pest control company for the last three months. Bottle of honey was placed in dry storage room on the shelf and manager schedule a visit with their pest control company
6-501.112
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jalapeno Inferno last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jalapeno Inferno on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jalapeno Inferno?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jalapeno Inferno.

How does Jalapeno Inferno compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Jalapeno Inferno most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Jalapeno Inferno's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jalapeno Inferno have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jalapeno Inferno 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 Jalapeno Inferno inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jalapeno Inferno is inspected around four times per year on average.