La Locanda Ristorante Italiano
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
74
Score
La Locanda Ristorante Italiano, located at 6830 E 5th Ave in Scottsdale, AZ, had a moderate-risk inspection on November 25, 2025, with a score of 74. This inspection identified one major and four minor violations, including issues with handwashing sink operation, equipment food-contact surfaces, non-TCS, and nonfood-contact surfaces. The restaurant has a history of mostly low-risk inspections across its six recorded evaluations.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
74
Jun 25, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
90
Jun 24, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
82
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
86
Nov 26, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
90
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Violations — Nov 25, 2025 Inspection
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink in bar area that had used straws and fruit in that was dumped from previous drinks. The person in charge removed the garbage at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that the hand wash sink should only be used for hand washing
5-205.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter buildup inside the beverage dispenser at the bar. The person in charge instructed staff to clean at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold
4-602.11(E)
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build up on the bottom of the beer cooler in the bar area. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and debris
4-202.16
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leak under the hand wash sink in the bar. Discussed with the person in charge that all equipment should be maintained in good condition
5-205.15(B)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Observed back room between the walk-in cooler and the walk-in freezer with excessive miscellaneous equipment and boxes stored on the shelves and floor. Discussed with the person in charge that old equipment that is no longer used should be removed from the establishment
6-501.114
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