Skippy's Grille & Cantina
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Skippy's Grille & Cantina six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 19, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
By comparison, the average Queen Creek facility scores 95, putting Skippy's Grille & Cantina on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer in three compartment sink dispensing more than 500 PPM of quat sanitizer. PIC diluted solution at time of inspection and switched to low temperature dishwashing machine dispensing 50 PPM of chlorine sanitizer. PIC, called technician to get sanitizer calibrated at time of inspection
4-501.114(F1-2)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed mushrooms stored in reach-in cooler with a date of 3/10 (3 days past discard date). PIC discarded at time of inspection
3-501.18
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler was holding ambient air temperature of 46*f at time of inspection. PIC contacted technician and was on site at time of visit. Ambient air temperature was at 41*f by end of inspection
4-301.11
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality
Inspector notes: Several cold holding equipment did not have functioning thermometer. Any refrigerator or freezer, storing TCS food products must have a working thermometer
4-204.112(A-D)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leaking faucet in three compartment sink. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection. Also observed floor drain underneath prep sink draining slowly. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection. All other floor drains were draining properly
5-205.15(B)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Certified food protection manager was not present at time of inspection. All employees must have food handlers cards
2-102.12(A)
58
Nov 24, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed vacuum sealed raw turkey being stored over cases of beer in the walk in cooler. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A3-8)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed the ice machine having an accumulation of black organic matter on the plastic tab inside the unit. Person in charge states they will clean it as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of cleaning these units frequently to prevent the build up of any organic matter
4-602.11(E)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the handwashing sink located near the walk in cooler leaking water when the faucet is turned off. Please repair the handwashing sink as soon as possible
6-501.11
86
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chlorine sanitizer concentration at ware washing machine in-use measured less than 10 ppm. Reviewed sanitizer concentration parameters with manager. Manager set up 3-compartment sink and re-washed all containers and utensils at time of inspection. Techinical service was called at time of inspection
4-501.114(A-E)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed one cup of salsa with tomato dated more than two weeks prior to inspection in the walk-in refrigerator, RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Manager discarded the salsa voluntarily at time of inspection
3-501.18
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several spray bottles with chemicals and water without name on the bottles. Manager put labels on the containers. Ensure that bottles are labeled to reduce their misuse
7-102.11
67
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 cups of cooked onion and 2 cups of cooked mashroom date marked 04/03, also observed one tray of cooked chicken wing date marked 4/17. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Manager discarded the above food voluntarily at time of inspection
3-501.18
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no cold water at hand washing sink besides the walk-in refrigerator. The cold-water valve was turned off at time of inspection. Please ensure that there is flowing hot and cold water at each hand sink. Manager turned on the cold-water valve at time of inspection
5-202.12(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several spray bottles with chemicals and water without name on the bottles. Manager put labels on the containers. Ensure that bottles are labeled to reduce their misuse
7-102.11
70
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water at bar hand sink. Everywhere else in kitchen has water. Employee turned the shot off valve down below the hand and now at hot water over 100F. Ensure that there is flowing hot and cold water at each hand sink
5-202.12(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several spray bottles with chemicals, and no name on the bottles. Manager put labels on the containers. Ensure that bottles are labeled to reduce their misuse
7-102.11
82
Sep 3, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
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Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bartender grab dirty dished from a customer and place them in dish area and then return to work without washing her hands. Talked with PIC about when to wash and having discussion with employees about washing hands every time tasks are changed
2-301.14
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs above salad in walk in cooler. Discussed proper storage and PIC had employee move eggs to be properly stored
3-302.11(A1-2)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine behind bar with a sanitizer concentration of 0ppm. Had PIC call for service and discontinue use of machine until repair is made. Dishwasher in back room will be used
4-501.114(A-E)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed both hand sinks in back blocked, one by a stack of food buckets and one by a case of to go boxes. Had PIC move both items to keep hand sinks clear and discussed not blocking a hand sink in any way
5-205.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a deep container of chili in walk in at 112*F. PIC stated chili had been in walk in for about 30 minutes. Discussed placing chili in shallow pans to cool not in a deep container. PIC had cook remove chili from walk in and place in a shallow pan to cool with ice
3-501.15(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic bowl floating in a container of salsa. Removed cup from salsa and discussed not leaving cup inside salsa to prevent contamination
3-304.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. PIC and cook will obtain food protection manager certification
2-102.12(A)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open drink above dish area. PIC had dishwasher transfer drink to a cup with a lid and a straw. Please keep drinks below clean dishes or food prep areas to avoid contamination
2-401.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Skippy's Grille & Cantina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Skippy's Grille & Cantina on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Skippy's Grille & Cantina?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Skippy's Grille & Cantina.
How does Skippy's Grille & Cantina compare to other restaurants in Queen Creek?
Skippy's Grille & Cantina most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Queen Creek average of 95.
Has Skippy's Grille & Cantina's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Skippy's Grille & Cantina have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Skippy's Grille & Cantina 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 Skippy's Grille & Cantina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Skippy's Grille & Cantina is inspected around four times per year on average.
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