North Restaurant

15024 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

North Restaurant has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 21, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so North Restaurant trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 covered plastic containers of tomato sauce stacked in walk-in cooler, items measured 72-76 degrees F. Person in charge said they had been cooked nearly 2 hours prior. Items were transferred to a shallow container and put in the blast chiller at time. Please ensure food items are cooled in shallow, uncovered containers until they reach 70 degrees F in no more than 2 hours, and 41 degrees F in no more than a total of 6 hours
3-501.15(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Metal paneling below/behind warewashing area are peeling up and separating, creating large gaps in walls. Please repair paneling and ensure facility is maintained in good repair
6-501.11
86
Sep 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a chef place raw salmon on the grill with gloved hands. Then, without washing their hands observed the chef change their gloves and continue food preparation with ready to eat foods (cooked pasta/ sauces)
2-301.14
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In one of the drawer coolers on the cook line observed a small plastic container of raw chicken stored in a large container with raw ground beef. Observed a small portion of the raw chicken hanging over the edge of small container directly above the raw beef. No overhead contamination observed
3-302.11(A1-2)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a covered plastic container of giardiniera/67°F made onsite cooling in the walk in cooler. After discussion with the person in charge it was determined the giardiniera had been cooling for an hour
3-501.15(B)
70
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food on display not protected from contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered bread on top of the bread station near the patio entrance. Observed customer seated directly next to the bread station so the bread was within reach. Except for nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for hulling, peeling, or washing by the consumer before consumption, food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging; counter, service line, or salad bar food guards; display cases; or other effective means. The bread was covered with a clean linen at time of inspection
3-306.11
86
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was North Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at North Restaurant on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does North Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

North Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has North Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at North Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at North Restaurant 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 North Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, North Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.