Oscar's Taco Shop

7150 E Thomas Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Oscar's Taco Shop stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The city-wide average for Scottsdale sits at 95, putting Oscar's Taco Shop on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 3, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 7, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored inside the handwash sink by the ice machine. The person in charge removed all utensils for warewashing at the time of inspection

5-205.11

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spray bottle with colored liquid and no label to indicate contents. The person in charge stated the spray bottle contained sanitizer and labeled the spray bottle accordingly

7-102.11

Apr 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 12, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 7, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food on display not protected from contamination

Inspector notes: Observed a new salsa cooler without a sneeze guard and it is directly accessible for the customers. A sneeze guard is required to prevent any risk of contamination. Please have the proper protection installed or stop using it until it is fixed

3-306.11

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

Inspector notes: Observed cooked onions and jalapenos and various salsas on time as control on the salsa bar. No time as control documentation was available. Times were posted on the salsa bar at time of inspection

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Oscar's Taco Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Oscar's Taco Shop on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Oscar's Taco Shop compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Oscar's Taco Shop most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Oscar's Taco Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Oscar's Taco Shop have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Oscar's Taco Shop means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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