Morningstar of Fountain Hills

16800 E Paul Nordin Pkwy Fountain, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Healthcare Facility
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Public records show five inspections at Morningstar of Fountain Hills stretching back to 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 27, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Compared to other Fountain Hills restaurants (averaging 92), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the high-temp dish machine with recently washed dishes, reach a maximum surface temperature after a full cycle, of 152.6F min/max thermometer, verified with PIC's thermometer. The temperature did not raise after being ran several times. PIC will contact the repair company for service. A utensil temperature of at least 160F must be reached during the final rinse cycle for adequate sanitation. All dishes will be sanitized in the 3-compartment sink until the dish machine is fully operational with a final rinse temperature that achieves a utensil surface temperature of 160F. Discussed using a daily temperature log to ensure that 160F is reached prior to using the dish machine
4-703.11
86
Nov 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ambient temperature of two door refrigeration unit is at 52*F-55*F with inspector min/max thermometer. Internal temperature on unit thermometer is 55*F. Inside the unit was cottage cheese; yogurt; milks; cabbage salad all 46*F-59*F. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC confirmed internal temperatures. Unit has temp log but has not been completed since 8/1/2025. Unit has check it system thermometer system. PIC discarded cottage cheeses and yogurt; and cabbage salad. Milk was cooled inside main walk in unit to 41*F. Verified after 1 hour. =====Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food to be maintained at 41°F or less
3-501.14
86
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Morningstar of Fountain Hills last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Morningstar of Fountain Hills on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Morningstar of Fountain Hills compare to other restaurants in Fountain Hills?

Morningstar of Fountain Hills most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Fountain Hills average of 92.

Has Morningstar of Fountain Hills' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Morningstar of Fountain Hills have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Morningstar of Fountain Hills means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.