Yellow Spruce Roasters

3902 N Brown Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Yellow Spruce Roasters appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Scottsdale restaurant scores 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon request, no procedures for cleaning up vomiting and diarrheal accidents was provided. Advised person in charge (PIC) to keep a written policy available to all employees in case of incidents. Provided PIC with the Maricopa County Environmental Health Division guidance document for creating a vomit and diarrhea cleanup plan
2-501.11
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink on the gelato side of the facility with no hand washing cleanser available. Per PIC, the soap dispenser had broken off of the wall recently. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing
6-301.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed pink organic matter in the ice machine on the gelato side of the facility. Advised PIC to clean the ice machine at a rate that precludes the accumulation of organic matter or soil. Surfaces equipment contacting food that is not TCS food shall be cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred
4-602.11(E)
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Feb 27, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yellow Spruce Roasters last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yellow Spruce Roasters on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Yellow Spruce Roasters compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Yellow Spruce Roasters most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Yellow Spruce Roasters' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yellow Spruce Roasters have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yellow Spruce Roasters 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 Yellow Spruce Roasters inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Yellow Spruce Roasters is inspected around three times per year on average.