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1203 S Power Rd, Mesa 85206

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-14851

Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

95
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

100060202420252026Jan 10, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 4, 2024 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Jan 3, 2025 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Feb 12, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 21, 2025 — Routine — score 83 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jan 15, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 7, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Jul 7, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 15, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed leaking faucet in three compartment sink and mop sink. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspeciton.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times.

2025

May 21, 2025Routine1 priority2 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no CFPM present during the inspection. Please have at least 1 CFPM present during all hours of operation. **4TH REPEAT VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed packaged raw in shell eggs stored over bottled beverages in the backstock area of the walk-in refrigerator. PIC moved the eggs to the bottom shelf. 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. Predefined Comment: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a spray bottle filled with over 500ppm quat solution. PIC said a third-party cleaning company may have filled the bottle. The contents were refilled to 150ppm. Quat solution must be between 150-400ppm. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. **1ST REPEAT VIOLATION

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

Feb 12, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°

Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCounty code (MCEHC)

Repeat Violation

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed the hand sink in the ware-washing area to be leaking underneath when turned on. PIC placed a bucket under the leak. Please correct. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Jan 3, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a spray bottle filled with over 500ppm quat solution. PIC said a third-party cleaning company may have filled the bottle. The contents were refilled to 150ppm. Quat solution must be between 150-400ppm. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCounty code (MCEHC)

Repeat Violation Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. ***3rd repeat violation. Correct by next routine inspection.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed at least a dozen fruit flies by the entrance of the soda/syrup room. PIC provided pest control records from each month, showing the last treatment was conducted on 12/12, but did not include fruit fly or small fly treatment. Please contact pest control to service immediately. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. **2nd repeat violation

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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed the hand sink in the ware-washing area to be leaking underneath when turned on. PIC placed a bucket under the leak. Please correct. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

2024

Jun 27, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Jun 4, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection was emailed***A re-inspection will occur by 6/14. Please email or provide inspector the invoice and notes from pest control services.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager***Please ensure there is a Certified Food Protection Manager present during all hours of operation**2nd repeat violation**Please maintain documentation and logs for 90 days in regards to manual cleaning of the F'Real machine. Per PIC, the machine is not in service due to internal parts being required to Operate. PIC stated the machine has not been in use since the last routine inspection.• The facility performs the specified operations in accordance with the approved plans pursuant to §8-103.12(A).• Alternate cleaning and sanitization schedule is limited to the FRLB4 blender. • Logs must be maintained that verify that the f’REAL blender undergoes automatic cleaning and sanitization using the submitted and approved process once every 24hrs and a manually cleaning and sanitizing using the submitted and approved process once every 7 days. • The device will undergo descaling to remove hard water deposit buildup inside the blender as needed to ensure device is clean to sight and touch. • High Temperature sanitization will be verified weekly by heat sensitive indicators, which will be maintained with the weekly logs • These logs must be retained on premises for at least 90 days.• The facility provides records upon request to the Maricopa County Environmental Services Department (“Department”) or its representatives pursuant to §8-103.12(B).On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. 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)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.Award: B,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Talsha Steinbeck

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Observed multiple fruit flies by the tea station. Please provide pest control records. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Repeat Violation Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Observed bags of ice on the floor of the walk in freezer under the shelves. Please keep 6 inches off the floor to prevent contamination. **REPEAT VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd

Jan 10, 2024Routine2 coreA

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.Inspection was emailedCore-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager***Please ensure there is a Certified Food Protection Manager present during all hours of operation**1st repeat violation**Please maintain documentation and logs for 90 days in regards to manual cleaning of the F'Real machine. Per PIC, the machine is not in service due to internal parts being required to Operate. PIC stated the machine has not been in use since the last routine inspection.• The facility performs the specified operations in accordance with the approved plans pursuant to §8-103.12(A).• Alternate cleaning and sanitization schedule is limited to the FRLB4 blender. • Logs must be maintained that verify that the f’REAL blender undergoes automatic cleaning and sanitization using the submitted and approved process once every 24hrs and a manually cleaning and sanitizing using the submitted and approved process once every 7 days. • The device will undergo descaling to remove hard water deposit buildup inside the blender as needed to ensure device is clean to sight and touch. • High Temperature sanitization will be verified weekly by heat sensitive indicators, which will be maintained with the weekly logs • These logs must be retained on premises for at least 90 days.• The facility provides records upon request to the Maricopa County Environmental Services Department (“Department”) or its representatives pursuant to §8-103.12(B).On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. 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)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.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Linda Lyman

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Repeat Violation Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Observed bags of ice on the floor of the walk in freezer, as well as ice cream and pizza. Please keep 6 inches off the floor to prevent contamination. **REPEAT VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#52 — Sewage and Waste Water Properly DisposedCore5-403.12

Repeat Violation Core-5-403.12, C: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater Observed a heavy accumulation of frozen condensation drip surrounding the walk in freezer door, and under the fans in the walk in freezer and around the top of the freezer. Please clean to prevent contamination. ***REPEAT VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →