Lolo's Chicken & Waffles

3133 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Lolo's Chicken & Waffles has been inspected nine times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 14, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “floor and wall junctures, coved, and enclosed or sealed”, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Scottsdale facility scores 95, putting Lolo's Chicken & Waffles on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices

Inspector notes: Observed the shelving units in the walk-in cooler that have exposed rust on the units. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and debris. Recommended replacing rusted out shelving

4-202.16

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed employee restroom that is used by both males and females that had no trash receptacle with a lid. Discussed with the person in charge that any restroom that can be used by a female should have a covered trash receptacle for proper disposal of sanitary napkins

5-501.17

Oct 31, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed missing cover from mop sink atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB). All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Jul 1, 2025

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed severe pitting on the floor in/around the dishwashing area. Repair and maintain in good manner prior to the next routine inspection

6-201.13

Jun 26, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 23, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 19, 2025

Reinspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed chemical dispenser removed from the mop sink but has now been installed via a side kick split off the handwashing sink near the dish area. Chemical dispensers must have their own dedicated water source due to backflow devices on this fixture setup. Repair and maintain plumbing issue in proper repair prior to re-inspection (Tuesday June 24th)

5-205.15(A)

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed severe pitting on the floor in/around the dishwashing area. Repair and maintain in good manner prior to the next routine inspection

6-201.13

Jun 16, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness

Inspector notes: Observed 0PPM of chlorine sanitizer in the bar dishwasher in use at the time of the inspection. Chlorine sanitizer should be provided and maintained at 50-100PPM. Lines were primed and a leak was found in the sanitizer line. Person in charge will contact their dishwasher vendor to repair. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Establishment will utilize the kitchen dishwasher until repaired

4-501.114(A-E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed plumbing pipe from the bar dishwasher in the flood rim of the floor drain at the time of the inspection. The plumbing must be at least 1 inch above the flood rim for proper backflow purposes. Also, observed a y-valve split off of the dump sink at the bar to feed the dishwasher. Please provide a dedicated water source for that water line to the dish washer. Lastly, observed a chemical dispenser directly connected to the hose attached to the mop sink. Chemical dispensers must have their own dedicated water source due to backflow devices on this fixture setup. Repair and maintain plumbing issues in proper repair prior to re-inspection (Thursday June 19th)

5-205.15(A)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken and raw catfish in the fryer reach-in cooler above breaded tomatoes, french fries and fried okra at the time of the inspection. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed severe pitting on the floor in/around the dishwashing area. Repair and maintain in good manner prior to the next routine inspection

6-201.13

Jan 16, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 20, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed pitting accumulating on the floors by the 3 compartment sink, dishwashing machine and ice maker. Floors must be maintained smooth and easily cleanable. Please have floors repaired

6-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lolo's Chicken & Waffles last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lolo's Chicken & Waffles on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lolo's Chicken & Waffles?

Across the inspection record, “floor and wall junctures, coved, and enclosed or sealed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lolo's Chicken & Waffles.

How does Lolo's Chicken & Waffles compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Lolo's Chicken & Waffles most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Lolo's Chicken & Waffles' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lolo's Chicken & Waffles have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lolo's Chicken & Waffles 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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