Zipps Sports Grill
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
95
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Zipps Sports Grill stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 8, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “time as a public health control” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Scottsdale restaurants. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM
2-102.12(A)
95
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: On cook line, on prep table, cooked onions/ 78*F, and in hot holding unit, marinara sauce/ 121*F and cooked onions/ 120*F out of internal temperatures. Per employee, marinara sauce and containers of cooked onions were reheated within normal time parameters and ready for service. Onions were reheated on cook top and marinara sauce was reheated in sauce pan, all to 165*F. Additional water was added to table top hot holding unit for better temperature regulation. Maintain TCS (time/ temperature control for food safety) foods at a hot holding temperature of 135*F or higher at all times
3-501.16(A)(1)
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: On cook line, two employees handling raw hamburgers with gloved hands, changed gloves then continued working on cook line without a handwash. A third employee handling raw chicken with gloved hands, changed gloves to continue working on cook line, without a proper handwash. Manager and employee instructed all employees to remove gloves, wash hands and don new gloves to continue with tasks. At in use warewashing machine, employee handled dirty dishware then handled clean dishware without a proper handwash in between each task. Instructed employee on proper handwashing when warewashing. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands are to be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks
2-301.14
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At start of inspection, pizza by the slice without time documentation. Per manager, pizza by the slice uses time as a public health control. Start time was noted on log sheet. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: No chlorine or quat test strips for monitoring sanitizer solution at 3-compartment sink/wiping cloth buckets and at warewashing machine. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge (PIC) is not a certified food protection manager. Ensure the PIC on site is an ANSI-certified food protection manager and maintain the certificate available for review. (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM
2-102.12(A)
58
Oct 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed soiled surfaces including the ice scoop holder and the shelving in the walk-in cooler. The ice scoop holder was immediately run through the dish machine. Clean and maintain other surfaces as needed
4-602.13
95
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two cheese pizzas being held at room temperature and being monitored using time as a control; however, the number of pizzas was not noted on the the log. The log was also prefilled for the 7-11pm time slot. Accurately maintain the time as control log. Record the exact time that the pizza is removed from temperature control, and the number of pizzas as well. Discontinue pre-filling the log. Train staff as needed. Food worker was instructed to correct the log at time of inspection. 3rd Consecutive Violation
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
90
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a garlic and two cheese pizzas/82F being maintained at room temperature with only one time stamp for four pizzas noted on the time control log. As pizzas are removed and replaced in the cabinet, individual time stamps should be noted to prevent mixing old with new pizzas. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed items stored in kitchen handwash sink at start of inspection. Also observed a beverage cup and strainer in side service area handwash sink. Maintain handwashing sinks clear and available for immediate use. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection
5-205.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed some dark residue on icemaker leveler and tubing on the upper interior portion of the auto icemaker. Remove the ice and properly clean/sanitize the interior surfaces
4-602.11(E)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Metal shelving in the walk-in cooler is soiled with food debris. Clean and maintain as needed
4-602.13
74
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed partially baked tomato and cheese pizzas/70F being maintained at room temperature. The facility uses time as a control; however the discard times were not logged for the day. The pizzas being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
Inspector notes: Observed peeling shrink wrap on two white chest freezers, cracked lid on bulk flour bin, and the inner lining of the pizza table lid taped in place. All surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable
4-101.11(B-E)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed soiled shelving in the walk-in cooler and soiled vent below the doors of the prep cooler across from the gas stove. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues
4-602.13
78
Jul 9, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed soiled shelving in the walk-in cooler.. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues
4-602.13
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zipps Sports Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zipps Sports Grill on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zipps Sports Grill?
Across the inspection record, “time as a public health control” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Zipps Sports Grill.
How does Zipps Sports Grill compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?
Zipps Sports Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Scottsdale average of 95.
Has Zipps Sports Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zipps Sports Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Zipps Sports Grill 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 Zipps Sports Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zipps Sports Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.
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