The Cheesecake Factory

15230 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at The Cheesecake Factory, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to other Scottsdale restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed large covered container of cooked pasta on the bottom of a stack in walk-in cooler, pasta measured 57 degrees F and time stamp on label said it had been cooked nearly 6 hours prior. Person in charge opted to discard product rather than rapidly cool. Please ensure food items are cooled in shallow, uncovered containers, or in ice baths until they reach 70 degrees F from 135 degrees F in no more than 2 hours, and down to 41 degrees F in no more than a total of 6 hours

3-501.15(A)

Sep 10, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two containers of salsa verde made in house cooling in containers deeper than 4 inches in the walk in cooler with internal temperatures measuring at 86°F and 90°F. After discussion with the person in charge and reviewing the establishments cooling logs it was determined the salsa verde had been cooling since 12PM (~2.5 hours)

3-501.14

Jun 13, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed multiple live roaches in the dish chute between the ware washing area and the main cook line

6-501.111(C)

Mar 5, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed brown organic matter on the interior of the soda gun nozzle 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. Clean soda gun nozzles prior to next routine inspection

4-602.11(E)

Oct 24, 2024

Routine

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

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: In the meat walk in cooler observed a plastic container of raw turkey stored directly above a plastic container of raw ground beef. No overhead cross contamination/dripping observed

3-302.11(A1-2)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed a small leak below the dipper well at the bar

5-205.15(B)

Jun 24, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Cheesecake Factory last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Cheesecake Factory on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does The Cheesecake Factory compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

The Cheesecake Factory most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has The Cheesecake Factory's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Cheesecake Factory have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Cheesecake Factory 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 The Cheesecake Factory inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Cheesecake Factory is inspected around four times per year on average.

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