Nekter Juice Bar

20553 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Nekter Juice Bar has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 14, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so Nekter Juice Bar trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: ****2nd Consecutive Violation**** Observed no certified food manager present during inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that a certified manager must be present during hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed dry goods on back shelf with plastic cups in the food. The person in charge stated that the cups were used to portion the dry goods as needed. Discussed with the person in charge that the scoops/cups should have handles that do not touch the food. Suggested using new scoop for each use as needed

3-304.12

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed garbage can in unisex restroom with the lid missing. Discussed with the person in charge that any restroom that can be used by a female should have a trash can with a lid for proper disposal of sanitary napkins

5-501.17

Oct 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At in use 3-compartment sink, employee washed and rinsed dishware then immersed dishware in quat sanitizer

4-703.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM

2-102.12(A)

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: Throughout establishment, cutting boards deeply scored. Resurface or replace. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Cutting surfaces such as cutting boards and blocks that become scratched and scored may be difficult to clean and sanitize. As a result, pathogenic microorganisms transmissible through food may build up or accumulate. These microorganisms may be transferred to foods that are prepared on such surfaces

4-501.12

May 19, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: At front counter, in reach in freezer, accumulation of food debris on inside of unit. Maintain clean. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

4-602.13

Sep 3, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At front counter, cut spinach and cut kale using time as a public health control, without start/ discard time documentation noted on log sheet. Manager provided start/discard time on time control log sheet. Discussed the importance of following establishment written time as a public health control procedures

3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Second Consecutive Violation. The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. Per person in charge, manager with certification is off today. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nekter Juice Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nekter Juice Bar on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nekter Juice Bar?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nekter Juice Bar.

How does Nekter Juice Bar compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Nekter Juice Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Nekter Juice Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nekter Juice Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Nekter Juice Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nekter Juice Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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