Fat Willy's
A°9937 E Baseline Rd, Mesa 85209
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-12263
Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history12 on record
2026
Aug 20, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Aug 18, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cleaning of meat slicer. Inspection report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed several TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods such as pico de gallo, corn, and cheeses in the reach-in cooler closest to the hand sink with internal temperatures ranging from 47-50*F when measured with a probe thermometer. According to manager, items were temped at 41*F and below about 3 hours prior. All items were moved to the walk-in at time of inspection to cool. All TCS foods must maintain internal temperatures of 41*F and below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed reach-in cooler nearest to the hand sink with an ambient temperature of 57*F. All cold holding equipment must maintain ambient temperatures of 41*F or below. Please repair prior to re-inspection on 8/28/26. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
May 14, 2026Routine1 priority3 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring bread loaves for spoilage. Provided illness policy handout in email. Inspection report emailed. Inspection conducted with RS #1274.
Inspector's notes
Observed container of raw pooled eggs stored above a container of ready-to-eat biscuits. All raw animal foods must be stored below ready-to-eat foods to prevent contamination. Egg container was moved below biscuits at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.
Inspector's notes
Observed container of salsa in the walk-in with a prep date of 5/7 (1 day past discard date). All ready-to-eat TCS foods must be date marked and discarded on the 7th day, with the day of preparation being day 1. Salsa was discarded at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
Inspector's notes
Observed spray bottles of oil and bulk container of flour with no labels. Please ensure all containers are labeled with the common name of the contents. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-602.11 (A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D) - Core: Food Labels
Inspector's notes
Observed utensils near the grill stored in room temperature water. Observed portion cup and basket used to scoop ketchup and wings. Discussed in-use utensil storage. All utensils must be stored in hot water of 135*F or above, or kept dry and washed, rinsed, and sanitized every 4 hours. All scoops must have a handle to prevent contamination. Scoops were removed and utensil water was heated at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2025
Dec 4, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee eating on cook line. Please designate an area for employees to eat.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco Predefined Comment: To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area.
Sep 30, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed black beans enclosed in saran wrap in walk-in cooler with an internal temperature of 48*f.
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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Apr 23, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed deli slicer stored clean with dried up debris of cheese and tomatoes. According to PIC, slicer had been used, day prior to inspection. Slicer was moved to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw chicken stored in reach-in drawers underneath grill with an internal temperature of 50*F. According to PIC, chicken had been previously thawed under running water prior to moving to reach-in drawers. Discussed importance of maintaining temperatures below 41*F while thawing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Food was moved to walk-in cooler to rapidly chill.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Observed exposed floor on cook line area accumulating grease and oils. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.
2024
Dec 17, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed gravy and salsa cooling in small containers with plastic wrap. Please leave uncovered to allow proper air circulation.
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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means.
Inspector's notes
Observed side of oil fryer with accumulation of grease. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent accumulation of grease.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Nov 26, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 6, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected. Walk-in cooler was holding ambient air temperature of 41*F at time of inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Jamie Wright
Jun 5, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Re-inspection will occur within 24 hours on 6.6.24.No County legal action will result from this inspection.report emailed. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 3,Signer: Jaime Wright
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Observed spanish rice, pork ribs, diced tomatoes, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, cole slaw, sliced turkey in walk-in cooler with an internal temperature of 43-46*f. According to PIC, foods had been in walk-in cooler since previous day. Walk-in cooler was holding ambient air temperature of 44*F at time of inspection. Foods will be moved to beer walk-in cooler if repairs cannot be completed within the hour. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Walk-in cooler was holding ambient air temperature of 44*F at time of inspection. PIC made a service call at time of inspection and technician will arrive within one hour of inspection. Re-inspection of walk-in cooler will be conducted within 24 hours. Core-3-501.15 (B), C: Cooling Methods; Cooling containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed several containers cooling in walk-in cooler covered with saran wrap. All foods in the process of cooling must be left uncovered until TCS food has reached 41*F. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
2023
Dec 14, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.report emailed. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A,Signer: Andrea Dragone
Aug 16, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n)A _ Grade and had _0 Priority, 0_ Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.report emailed. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Food Handler Cards: 30,Signer: Jaime,Number of Employees: 30,Food Manager Licenses: 3,Embargo Lbs: 0,Award: A
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →