Salt Cellar Restaurant

550 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Salt Cellar Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 31, 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 zero violations each time.

Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so Salt Cellar Restaurant is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 27, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
Inspector notes: Observed 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer in the dish machine in the back of house. Chlorine sanitizer should be between 50-100 ppm to ensure the dishes are properly sanitized. The sanitizer container was changed, the machine primed, and it still did not test. The owner contacted their chemical company who showed up while inspector onsite. The Rep will send an email with photo to the inspector as the correction. Otherwise in person reinspection will be on Tuesday, March 31st, and the dish machine will not be used in the meantime
4-501.114(A-E)
86
Nov 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter buildup on the fan guards in the produce walk-in. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold
4-101.19
95
Sep 26, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salt Cellar Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Salt Cellar Restaurant on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Salt Cellar Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Salt Cellar Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Salt Cellar Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Salt Cellar Restaurant have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Salt Cellar 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 Salt Cellar Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Salt Cellar Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.