Schmooze Workspace & Cafe

4222 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Schmooze Workspace & Cafe has been inspected eight times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 10, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

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

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chef cracking raw unpasteurized eggs onto the flat top grill with gloved hands. Then, without first washing their hands, observed chef change their gloves and place tortilla on the grill, and then wrap breakfast burrito

2-301.14

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris near the backside of the blade of the deli slicer near the blade guard. Deli slicer stored on the counter in the back prep area. After discussion with the person in charge it was determined the slicer was last used yesterday. Food equipment shall be clean to sight and touch to avoid any possible contamination or pests. Person instructed food employee to properly clean and sanitize the slicer at time of inspection

4-601.11(A)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. PIC unable to provide certification for review and establishment's other CFPM was not onsite at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections

2-102.12(A)

Sep 17, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 10, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Restricted-use pesticide applied improperly (corrected on site)

7-206.11

Aug 8, 2024

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager present during inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that a certified manager should be present during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter on the fan guard in the walk-in cool. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold

4-501.11

Aug 6, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Fish not frozen to destroy parasites

Inspector notes: Observed seared salmon salad available on the menu marked with an asterisk identifying it as an item that can be undercooked. The person in charge did not have access to a parasite destruction form at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that salmon that can be served undercooked should have a parasite destruction form available that states how the parasites have been destroyed. A re-inspection will be completed on Thursday 8/8/2024

3-402.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager present during inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that a certified manager should be present during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Schmooze Workspace & Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Schmooze Workspace & Cafe on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Schmooze Workspace & Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Schmooze Workspace & Cafe.

How does Schmooze Workspace & Cafe compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Schmooze Workspace & Cafe most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Schmooze Workspace & Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Schmooze Workspace & Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Schmooze Workspace & Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Schmooze Workspace & Cafe is inspected around five times per year on average.

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