Night Owl

1645 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Bar / Pub
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2025, Night Owl has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 21, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to four violations.

That's lower than the typical Scottsdale restaurant, which scores around 95. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sanitizer instead of hand soap at both hand sinks in the bar. 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 soap for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.11
Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 4 pesticide spray bottles for flies, one in the back storage area next to the mop sink and three at the bar, being held inside the establishment. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC discarded the pest control chemicals at time of inspection
7-202.12(C)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build-up occurring in both soda gun nozzles and holders in the bar. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed more than 5 small flies in the bar and server station. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist
6-501.111(A-B,D)
74
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Night Owl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Night Owl on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Night Owl compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Night Owl most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Night Owl's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Night Owl have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Night Owl means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.