Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

17787 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Italian
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, located at 17787 N Scottsdale Rd in Scottsdale, AZ, had one critical violation related to cooling during its most recent inspection on April 9, 2026. This inspection resulted in a low-risk classification with a score of 86. Across five scored inspections, Lou Malnati's Pizzeria has predominantly maintained a low-risk status.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
86
Aug 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
86
May 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
86
Feb 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
90
Sep 13, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.
74
Violations — Apr 9, 2026 Inspection
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: Observed tomato sauce cooling in ice bath at 74 °F. Food had been prepared about 2.5 hours prior as per staff. Cooked time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. Discussed importance of monitoring cooling foods with person in charge. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection
3-501.14
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)