Valley Wings

1495 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Valley Wings has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 24, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to one violation per visit.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Scottsdale restaurant scores 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed no quat testing strips onsite. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Please provide a photo of the Quat sanitizer test strips via email prior to Monday, February 23rd
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Nov 14, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an assigned person in charge, a certified food manager, or employees with food handler certificates present during inspection with priority violations noted. Please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours (please correct within 90 days), and all food handling employees possess a food handler certification within 30 days of employment
2-101.11
90
Nov 4, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an assigned person in charge, a certified food manager, or employees with food handler certificates present during inspection with priority violations noted. Please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours (please correct within 90 days), and all food handling employees possess a food handler certification within 30 days of employment
2-101.11
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Handsink near 3 compartment sink had no hand soap available at time of inspection, sink was restocked at time. Please ensure all handsinks are stocked with hand washing cleanser at all times
6-301.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 spray bottles of cleaning chemical without labels being stored on shelf below prep table. Chemicals were identified and labeled at time. Please ensure all hazardous cleaning chemicals are clearly labeled
7-102.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Establishment uses chlorine sanitizer but does not have any chlorine sanitizer testing strips (only pH strips, which do not test for concentration). Please ensure the appropriate sanitizer testing devices are available at all times
4-302.14
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer bucket below prep table measured 0 ppm available chlorine during inspection. Please ensure chlorine sanitizers are maintained between 50-100 ppm and wiping cloths are stored in approved sanitizers between use
3-304.14
64
Apr 28, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed debris build up in between the flat top grill and table it is placed on in the kitchen. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate posted under a different name than Person in charge (PIC). PIC stated CFPM was not present. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Handwashing Aids and Devices, Use Restrictions
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink next to 3 bay sink with paper towels and no soap. Asked Person in charge (PIC) what the sink is used for. PIC stated they do not use that sink for handwashing. Non-handwashing sinks shall not have handwashing aides or devices posted at them. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
6-301.13
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed faucet of 3 bay sink dripping throughout inspection. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
82
Apr 25, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chef change gloves without washing hands when switching tasks in the kitchen. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: Observed prep sink drainpipes leaning into the floor sink. Drainpipe is required to have minimum of 1 inch air gap to prevent backflow from floor sink. Person in charge stated they are unable to fix at the time
5-202.13
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink next to 3 bay sink with paper towels and no soap. PIC stated they will continue to ensure all handwashing aids are stocked at all handsinks
6-301.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket located at service counter using chlorine sanitizer at a concentration of 0 PPM. Asked Person in charge (PIC) when the sanitizer bucket was made. PIC stated it was made at the beginning of the day. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. PIC remade sanitizer bucket
3-304.14
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed debris build up in between the flat top grill and table it is placed on in the kitchen. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate posted under a different name than Person in charge (PIC). PIC stated CFPM was not present. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
58
Jul 3, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Valley Wings last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Valley Wings on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Valley Wings?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Valley Wings.

How does Valley Wings compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Valley Wings most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Valley Wings' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Valley Wings have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Valley Wings 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 Valley Wings inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Valley Wings is inspected around four times per year on average.