Tapas Papa Frita

7114 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

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License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Tapas Papa Frita appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Tapas Papa Frita's latest score of 90 falls below the Scottsdale average of 95. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed build up of brown residue on the interior of the soda gun across from 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. Bartender changed out the nozzle at time of inspection with a clean one

4-602.11(E)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloth stored in quaternary ammonium sanitizer of a concentration less than 150 PPM on the cook line. Acceptable quaternary ammonium sanitizer concentration shall measure between 150-400 PPM

3-304.14

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 28, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chemical dish machine in bar area that tested 0ppm with chlorine test strips. After several attempts to prime machine the machine still tested 0ppm. The person in charge called for service at time of inspection. The person in charge instructed staff to us 3 compartment sink until machine can get repaired

4-501.114(F1-2)

Mar 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Shellstock Identification; Tags Present (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed fresh live clams on the cook line with no shell stock tag present. Chef stated that the tags had been discarded. The person in charge stated that the clams were purchased due to their normal frozen product being out of stock and this is not a normal practice. The person in charge had staff cook off all remaining clams at time of inspection. The person in charge stated that communication would be made to ensure proper handling of the shell stock tags. Discussed with the person in charge that all live shell stock should have the tag with the product at all times and the date that the last animal is sold should be recorded on the tag and the tag should be saved for 90 days

3-202.18(A)

Oct 28, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 12, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Shellstock Identification; Tags Present (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw clams in the walk-in cooler with shell stock tags present. Person in charge could not provide a back log for the last 90 days of shell stock tags. The person in charge stated that they do not always purchase live clams. Chef stated that they were purchased the day of inspection and will be cooked of during the days preparation. Discussed with the person in charge that if live shell fish are purchased the shell stock tag must state the date that the last animal was sold/cooked and be retained for a minimum of 90 days

3-202.18(A)

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed portions of raw tuna thawing in the cook line cooler still in its original packaging. Chef removed from packaging at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that when thawing fish it should be removed from its original packaging

3-501.13

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed water condenser/filter leaking near the water heater at the ceiling. The person in charge stated that the condenser was for the misting system outside and turned off system at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that all equipment should be maintained in good working condition

5-205.15(B)

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed excessive organic matter build-up on the upper inner portion of the ice machine. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold

4-602.11(E)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tapas Papa Frita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tapas Papa Frita on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tapas Papa Frita?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tapas Papa Frita.

How does Tapas Papa Frita compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Tapas Papa Frita most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Tapas Papa Frita's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tapas Papa Frita have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tapas Papa Frita 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 Tapas Papa Frita inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tapas Papa Frita is inspected around four times per year on average.

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