Mcdonald's

8001 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Sep 12, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Mcdonald's stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Sep 12, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Hand drying provision” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Scottsdale sits at 95, putting Mcdonald's on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 27, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed by drive thru stations with yellow peroxide spray bottle with chemical inside stored directly at and above honey bbq sauces; bbq sauces; and vanilla syrup. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC moved chemical spray bottle to back ware-washing area. ===Toxic substances stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles
7-201.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in only restroom hand-sink area. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC stocked hand sink with paper towels. ===At all times each hand sink needs to be stocked with paper towels or another hand drying provision
6-301.12
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no covered trash cans observed inside only restroom inside establishment. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ==A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins
5-501.17
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed large amounts of grey organic matter on walk in freezer floors. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===The floors and coverings have spoilage buildup
6-501.12
70
Sep 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed by drive thru stations with yellow peroxide spray bottle with chemical inside stored directly at and above honey bbq sauces; bbq sauces; and vanilla syrup. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC moved chemical spray bottle to back ware-washing area. ===Toxic substances stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles
7-201.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in only restroom hand-sink area. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC stocked hand sink with paper towels. ===At all times each hand sink needs to be stocked with paper towels or another hand drying provision
6-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed fresh rodent droppings throughout the establishment. Observed: around slushy machine; restroom areas; and back area of frappe machines. Notified Person in Charge (PIC). Last pest control inspection was 9/6, inspection reported rodent activity. ===If pest are found, approved means of pest control are used
6-501.111(C)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed large amounts of grey organic matter on walk in freezer floors. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===The floors and coverings have spoilage buildup
6-501.12
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no covered trash cans observed inside only restroom inside establishment. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ==A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins
5-501.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonald's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's on file is from Sep 12, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's?

Across the inspection record, “hand drying provision” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's.

How does Mcdonald's compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Mcdonald's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Mcdonald's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mcdonald's have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcdonald's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.