Toca Madera

4736 N Goldwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Toca Madera stretching back to 2024. Toca Madera was last inspected on Sep 30, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Scottsdale average 95, so Toca Madera trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 30, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed high temperature dish machine that measured 145*F with inspector min/max thermometer. Chef called for service at time of inspection. Chef instructed staff to use 3 compartment sink until the machine can be repaired. Discussed with Chef that a high temperature machine should be maintained at a minimum of 160*F

4-501.111

Jun 18, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed multiple coolers with damaged gaskets on the doors. Discussed with the person in charge that all equipment should be maintained in good condition

4-101.19

Mar 25, 2025

Routine

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

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed small cooler on the end of the cook line with an ambient temperature of 46*F. Cooler contained butter, cooked shredded beef, sliced tomatoes. Products measured 48*F-50*F with inspector probe thermometer. Chef stated that the product had just been stocked for dinner service 1 hour prior to inspection. Chef had staff remove product to different cooler at time of inspection. Discussed with Chef that coolers should be maintained at 41*F or below when cold holding TCS products

4-301.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed damaged gaskets on the small coolers on the cook line. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be maintained in good condition

4-101.19

Dec 16, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 16, 2024

Routine

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

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a 22 quart container of barbacoa broth and a large container of pico de gallo cooling in the walk-in. With inspector thermometer the product temperature was 65*F and 64*F respectively. Chef stated that they have been cooling for 1 hour prior to inspection. Chef moved product to ice baths to continue the cooling process. Discussed with the person in charge that acceptable methods of cooling product include: placing food in shallow pans, separating the food into smaller or thinner portions , using rapid cooling equipment (i.e. a blast chiller), stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer, and adding ice as an ingredient

3-501.15(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed damaged gaskets on the first low boy cooler on the cook line. Discussed with Chef that all equipment should be maintained in good condition

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Toca Madera last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Toca Madera on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Toca Madera?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Toca Madera.

How does Toca Madera compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Toca Madera most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Toca Madera's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Toca Madera have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Toca Madera 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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