Morning Squeeze
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
90
Score
Across the available record, Morning Squeeze has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 6, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance”, which has been cited two times.
By comparison, the average Scottsdale facility scores 95, putting Morning Squeeze on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build up on the upper inner portion of the ice machine. 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)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: ****2nd Consecutive Violation**** Observed insufficient lighting in dry storage area. The person in charge stated that a work order had already been placed. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning
6-303.11
90
Sep 17, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two sanitation buckets in hand sink next to flat top grill. Hand sinks may not be used for anything but hand washing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed insufficient lighting in dry storage area. PIC reports recent malfunction of lighting. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning
6-303.11
86
Jun 18, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings along the back of cooking area in prep, dry storage, dishpit area and in the bar at the time of the inspection. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. REPEAT VIOLATION
6-501.111(A-B,D)
95
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed dicer and chopper stored as clean with food debris still intact on equipment. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Items were placed to be re-washed in the dish at the time of the inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Addl Notes: Observed no chlorine sanitizer in the bar dishwasher in use at the time of the inspection. The sanitizer bottle was seen to be empty at the time of the inspection. Bottle was replaced and primed to provide the correct concentration of sanitizer at the time of the inspection
4-602.11(A-D)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed raw skirt steak above soda and pancake mix powder in the walk-in cooler 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)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no vomiting/diarrheal procedure or clean up kit at the time of the inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Provided person in charge guidance/procedures for cleaning these events at the time of the inspection
2-501.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the bar handwashing sink near the coffee machine/smoothie area. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
Inspector notes: Observed two generic spray bottles labeled without the common name. Person in charge discarded one they believed to be bleach and the other was labeled as fabuloso at the time of the inspection. Ensure common names are labeled on generic chemical spray bottles
7-102.11
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no food thermometer present in the establishment
4-302.12
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
Inspector notes: Observed open fruit fly traps around the kitchen and bar at the time of the inspection. All insect control devices should be enlosed and away from direct food areas to prevent contamination. Traps were discarded at the time of the inspection. 6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Addl Notes: Observed rodent droppings along the back of cooking area in prep, dry storage, dishpit area and in the bar at the time of the inspection. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. REPEAT VIOLATION
6-202.13
47
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, establishment did not have any chlorine test strips for the back and bar dishwashing machines. A testing device for each sanitizing chemical must be kept available at all times. Prior to the end of the inspection, manager had placed an order for more test strips that should arrive in the next few days
4-302.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the handwashing sink on the cook line, observed a container used for poached egg water stored in the basin of the sink. Instructed employees to get water for poached eggs from the prep sink. Handwashing sink must be kept available at all times and not used for any other purposes. Container was removed
5-205.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, drawer cooler under the flat grill was holding TCS foods and at 48.9*F on inspectors min/max thermometer. Any cooling equipment used for TCS foods must be kept at 41*F or below. Please have the equipment repaired. Until repaired, establishment will utilize other coolers
4-301.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: This is the 2nd repeat violation. Observed rodent droppings under the dishwashing machine and behind the oven. Droppings appeared to be from old pest activity. Instructed manager to clean these areas to monitor for any current pest activity
6-501.111(A-B,D)
70
Oct 28, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Morning Squeeze last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Morning Squeeze on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Morning Squeeze?
Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Morning Squeeze.
How does Morning Squeeze compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?
Morning Squeeze most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.
Has Morning Squeeze's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Morning Squeeze have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Morning Squeeze 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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