Paul Martin's American Grill
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Paul Martin's American Grill, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to other Paradise Valley restaurants (averaging 96), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of mashed potatoes/125°F in the hot holding oven
3-501.16(A)(1)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dark residue on the interior surface of the soda gun nozzles at the bar. Equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discussed soda nozzle cleaning frequency. Person in charge instructed staff to clean the soda guns at time of inspection
4-602.11(E)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed portions of thawed tuna in the bottom portion of the prep refrigerator still in reduced oxygen packaging. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection
3-501.13
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality
Inspector notes: No thermometer observed for the reach in refrigerator by the espresso machine. Cold holding equipment shall be designed to include and shall be equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE that is located to allow easy viewing of the device's temperature display. Obtain thermometer for refrigerator prior to the next routine inspection
4-204.112(A-D)
74
Sep 22, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed high temperature dish machine that had a broken heating element. The establishment had switched the machine to a chlorine sanitizer until it can be repaired. The dish machine tested at 0ppm with chlorine test strips. Chef called for service at time of inspection and instructed staff to use 3 compartment sink until unit can be repaired
4-501.114(F1-2)
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink in bar area without hand soap available. The person in charge had staff replace at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that all hand washing sinks should have hand soap available at all times
6-301.11
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can of pesticide stored in the bar area. The person in charge discarded at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that all pesticide can only be applied by a certified pest control technician
7-202.11
70
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a 22 qt container of cream of mushroom soup. The Chef stated that the product was made approximately 3 hours prior to inspection. The product measured 105*F with inspector probe thermometer. Chef had staff reheat to 165*F and begin the cooling process again at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that acceptable methods of cooling include placing food in shallow pans, separating the food into smaller or thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment, stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer, adding ice as an ingredient
3-501.15(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all three beverage dispensers in the bar and server station with excessive organic matter build-up on the nozzle. Chef had staff clean at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold
4-602.11(E)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw salmon filets thawing in the walk-in cooler still in their original packaging. Chef had staff remove from packaging at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that when thawing fish it should be removed from its original packaging
3-501.13
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed employee restroom with no covered trash receptacle available. Discussed with Chef that any restroom that can be used by females should have a covered trash receptacle available at all times to properly dispose of sanitary napkins
5-501.17
78
Nov 13, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 8, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed immersion mixer, food dicer, and large plastic containers stored as clean with encrusted food on the equipment and sticker residue on the containers. Chef removed and sent to dish washer at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that all equipment and utensils should be maintained clean to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed portions of branzino, tuna, and salmon thawing in the walk-in cooler still in their original packaging. Chef had staff member pull and open at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that when thawing fish it should be removed from its original packaging
3-501.13
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Paul Martin's American Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Paul Martin's American Grill on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Paul Martin's American Grill?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Paul Martin's American Grill.
How does Paul Martin's American Grill compare to other restaurants in Paradise Valley?
Paul Martin's American Grill most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Paradise Valley average of 96.
Has Paul Martin's American Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Paul Martin's American Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Paul Martin's American Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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