Wetzel's Pretzels

7014 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, Wetzel's Pretzels has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 15, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to three violations.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up two times.

That's lower than the typical Scottsdale restaurant, which scores around 95. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hot dog pretzels in display warmer between 117°F-122°F
3-501.16(A)(1)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee filling a pitcher of water in the handwashing sink. Handwashing sinks may only be used for handwashing. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections. Establishment's CFPM was not onsite today
2-102.12(A)
74
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold
4-602.11(E)
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed employee restroom with a trash receptacle with no lid. Discussed with the person in charge that any restroom that is used by a female should have a trash receptacle with a lid for sanitary napkins
5-501.17
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wetzel's Pretzels last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wetzel's Pretzels on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wetzel's Pretzels?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wetzel's Pretzels.

How does Wetzel's Pretzels compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Wetzel's Pretzels most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Wetzel's Pretzels' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Wetzel's Pretzels have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Wetzel's Pretzels means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Wetzel's Pretzels inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wetzel's Pretzels is inspected around three times per year on average.