Mountain Shadows Resort

5445 E Lincoln Dr Paradise, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Mountain Shadows Resort has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Feb 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Paradise Valley restaurants (averaging 96), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bartender touch lime wedge on the rim of glass with their bare hand
3-301.11(B)
86
Oct 6, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build up on the inside of the beverage dispensers in the bar. 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)
95
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build-up on the beverage dispenser guns in the bar area. Chef had staff member clean at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that the cleaning frequency should be in creased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold
4-602.11(E)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mountain Shadows Resort last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mountain Shadows Resort on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mountain Shadows Resort?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mountain Shadows Resort.

How does Mountain Shadows Resort compare to other restaurants in Paradise Valley?

Mountain Shadows Resort most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Paradise Valley average of 96.

Has Mountain Shadows Resort's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mountain Shadows Resort have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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