Sol Mexican Cocina
Last inspected: Sep 5, 2025
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Sol Mexican Cocina seven times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 5, 2025. 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 two violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Sol Mexican Cocina's latest score is in line with the Scottsdale average of 95. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 5, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed interior lid of the fryer station prep cooler in disrepair and held together with tape
4-501.11
95
Aug 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in use low temperature chlorine dish machine in the kitchen. Final rinse chlorine concentration measured at 0 PPM. The dish machine was drained and primed multiple times (3+) and tested at 0 PPM each time. Chlorine concentration shall measure between 50-100 PPM. After the person in charge adjusted the sanitizer line and cap on the sanitizer supply the dish machine was primed and re-run. Chlorine concentration measured at 50 PPM
4-501.114(A-E)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: On the summer special menu observed no reminder statement or disclosure for mezcal ostra (raw oysters). Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement
3-603.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Expo station refrigerator and fryer station refrigerators observed not holding TCS foods at 41°F or less. With inspector’s min/max thermometer observed expo station refrigerator minimum temperature at 56.8°F. With inspector’s min/max thermometer observed fryer station refrigerator minimum temperature at 51.6°F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Repair prior to re-inspection
4-301.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed interior lid of the fryer station prep cooler in disrepair and held together with tape
4-501.11
67
May 21, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed yellow/brown residue on the interior 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. Ensure soda gun nozzles are cleaned as frequently as necessary to prevent the buildup of residue
4-602.11(E)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed multiple missing tiles on the wall behind the dish machine in the kitchen where the drywall is exposed and damaged. Floors, walls, and ceilings that are constructed of smooth and durable surface materials are more easily cleaned. According to person in charge the whole wall is being retiled on 5/27/25. Please repair prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection, Repeat Violations: 6th
6-101.11
90
Feb 21, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed multiple missing tiles on the wall below the dish machine in the kitchen. Floors, walls, and ceilings that are constructed of smooth and durable surface materials are more easily cleaned. According to person in charge work order for repair is pending. Please repair prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection, Repeat Violations: 5th
6-101.11
95
Feb 11, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed inoperable handwashing sink at the bar due to significant leak near the drain when the water is turned on. Establishment converted one of the two dump sinks to a handwashing sink at time of inspection until the handwashing sink can be repaired. Please repair handwashing sink prior to re-inspection (2/21/25). Handwashing sinks shall be maintained so they are accessible at all times. Please repair inoperable handwashing sink prior to re-inspection
5-205.11
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cut tomatoes (50°F) held at room temperature on the guacamole cart. According to person in charge establishment utilizes 4 hour Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) to monitor cut tomatoes on the guacamole cart. No written procedures available for TPHC at time of inspection
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed multiple missing tiles on the wall below the dish machine in the kitchen. Floors, walls, and ceilings that are constructed of smooth and durable surface materials are more easily cleaned. According to person in charge work order for repair is pending. Please repair prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection, Repeat Violations: 5th
6-101.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed brown residue on the interior of the soda gun nozzle near the bar entrance. 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 gun cleaning frequency with the PIC. Ensure soda guns are cleaned prior to the next routine inspection
4-602.11(E)
74
Dec 24, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in use low temperature chlorine dish machine in the kitchen. Final rinse chlorine concentration measured at 0 PPM. The dish machine was drained and primed two more times, and tested at 0 PPM each time. Chlorine concentration shall measure between 50-100 PPM. Establishment will utilize the three-compartment sink or bar dish machines to sanitize food contact surfaces until the kitchen dish machine is repaired. Service call made at time of inspection
4-501.114(A-E)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed tortilla soup/ 99°F hot holding between the burners on the stove
3-501.16(A)(1)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed multiple missing tiles on the wall below the dish machine in the kitchen. Floors, walls, and ceilings that are constructed of smooth and durable surface materials are more easily cleaned. Please repair prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection, Repeat Violations: 4th
6-101.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sol Mexican Cocina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sol Mexican Cocina on file is from Sep 5, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sol Mexican Cocina?
Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sol Mexican Cocina.
How does Sol Mexican Cocina compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?
Sol Mexican Cocina most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Scottsdale average of 95.
Has Sol Mexican Cocina's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sol Mexican Cocina have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sol Mexican Cocina 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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