Los Sombreros
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
64
Score
Los Sombreros appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. On Feb 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
By comparison, the average Scottsdale facility scores 95, putting Los Sombreros on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer in the dish machine in the bar. Chlorine sanitizer should be between 50-100 ppm to ensure the dishes are properly sanitized. The machine was primed and still did not test. The PIC will call their chemical company and utilize the main dish machine in the meantime. Discussed regular testing
4-501.114(A-E)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bartender and server use bare hands to garnish lime wedges onto drinks. Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items. The PIC told their team immediately and placed tongs near the garnishes at the bar
3-301.11(B)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the walk-in cooler: roasted tomato salsa, guajillo salsa, and chipotle crema in deep containers with temperatures of 108-111*F, made today, one hour prior per PIC. 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. All TCS foods being cooled in deep containers were transferred to shallow containers to allow for rapid cooling
3-501.15(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided links
2-102.12(A)
64
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open container of raw eggs being stored on shelf above cooked and portioned corn in lowboy cooler next to stove. Eggs were moved to bottom shelf at time. Please ensure all raw animal product is stored safely and in a way that cannot contaminate ready to eat food items
3-302.11(A1-2)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No hand towels available at handsink on prep line during inspection, sink was restocked at time. Please ensure all handsinks are stocked with hand drying provisions at all times
6-301.12
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 cans of flying insect pesticide being stored in office at time of inspection, items were discarded at time. Please ensure all pest control is performed by a professional and hazardous pest control chemicals are not stored on the premise
7-202.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No food manager available at time of inspection. Please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Floor drain for warewashing machine behind bar is clogged and drains extremely slowly. Please have drain serviced and ensure all plumbing systems are maintained in good repair
5-205.15(B)
64
May 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple red onions and potatoes found withered with white organic growth in walk-in cooler. Person in charge discarded items
3-101.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd Repeat Violation. Person in charge could not provide certificate for certified food manager certification at time of inspection. The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Fix prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
82
Jan 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the walk in cooler two pans of pork roast with a temperature of 109F and 113F. The time in which the food product was placed in walk in cooler was 12:20pm, the time exceeded the two hours for cooling from 135F-71F. There were also two deep pans of refried beans with ice wands with a temperature of 132F and 119F the food product was placed in walk in cooler at 12:57pm leaving a remainder of 15 minutes to reheat to 165F. PIC and cook were unsure when food items reached 135'F to determine when cooling times started
3-501.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed facility without a Certified Food Manager during the hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed facility walk in cooler with ice build up around cooling unit along the bottom and behind the unit
4-501.11
78
Oct 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed server eat from employee dish at the serving station, and also observed food employee touch hair and proceed to fill sauce containers at the the hot holding station
2-301.14
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employees open bottled drinks stored in prep coolers across from the hot holding table, also observed an food employee half eaten plate of food on top of salsa prep table next to the chips dispenser. Employee drinks shall be contained in a cup with a lid and straw
2-401.11
82
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 10 quesadillas with a temperature of 56F. TCS foods intended for hot holding shall maintain a temperature of 135F or above
3-501.16(A)(1)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cilantro cream, chipotle cream with an use by date of 7/22/24, and adobe cream sauce with a use by date of 7/27/24. TCS foods first day of preparation is day 1 and 6 more additional days is the length of time TCS foods intended for cold holding shall be used by
3-501.18
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Sombreros last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Sombreros on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Sombreros?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Los Sombreros.
How does Los Sombreros compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?
Los Sombreros most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.
Has Los Sombreros' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Los Sombreros have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Los Sombreros means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Los Sombreros inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Sombreros is inspected around four times per year on average.
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