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Baci Italian Bistro

8830 E Germann Rd, Mesa 85212

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-01985

Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

81
Good

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Dec 19, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 1, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 24, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Dec 9, 2024 — Routine — score 54 (3 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 23, 2025 — Routine — score 65 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)May 1, 2025 — Routine — score 65 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Aug 25, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Dec 9, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 29, 2026 — Routine — score 70 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)70
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Apr 29, 2026Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about time control, cold holding/new freezer unit, and how to use in-use utensils.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed employee cutting raw chicken and adding it to a pan with their glove, then proceeds to plating and other tasks in the kitchen without washing their hands or changing their gloves. Manager talked to the employee, and immediately washed their hands. Talked to manager about handwashing. Ensure that handwashing is occurring going from raw animal products to other tasks in the kitchen. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

0 ppm bleach at the dishwasher in the bar area. Manager changed out the empty container, now at 50-100 ppm bleach. Ensure that all bleach dishwashers are at 50-100 ppm at all times of operation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Facility has an additional main dishwasher as well and set correctly.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

2025

Dec 9, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about dessert source, employee cup requirements, test strips, and policy for par-cooked foods.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed facility is using tongs and putting them on oven doors at knee level. Employee pants are touching the food part of the utensils, then using the utensil again in foods for customers. Talked to manager on site about utensil storage. Ensure that utensils are kept in clean areas, and not along exposed equipment, hood frame or other areas that would lead utensils to come in contact with dirty surfaces. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

Aug 25, 2025Routine1 foundationB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked about shellfish tags, air gaps, and dishwashing policy.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority foundation2-301.15

2-301.15 - Priority Foundation: Where to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

May 1, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundationC
#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed employee going from dirty dishes to clean dishes at the hand sink. Manager had employee immediately wash hands. Ensure handwashing occurs going from dirty to clean tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no paper towels at hand sink by the dish area. Manager refilled the empty dispenser. Ensure there is paper towels at each hand sink at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.13

Inspector's notes

Observed end of faucet at dish area is below the flood rim level. Talked to manager about backflow. Ensure that end of faucet is always at least 1 inch above the flood rim level. Correct within 3 days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. **Visited site on 5-1-25. Faucet has been repaired. Ensure that all faucets are at least 1 inch above the flood rim level of the basin.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap

Apr 23, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundationC

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

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed employee going from dirty dishes to clean dishes at the hand sink. Manager had employee immediately wash hands. Ensure handwashing occurs going from dirty to clean tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no paper towels at hand sink by the dish area. Manager refilled the empty dispenser. Ensure there is paper towels at each hand sink at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.13

Inspector's notes

Observed end of faucet at dish area is below the flood rim level. Talked to manager about backflow. Ensure that end of faucet is always at least 1 inch above the flood rim level. Correct within 3 days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap

2024

Dec 9, 2024Routine3 priority1 coreall corrected on siteD

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed dishwasher handle dirty and then clean dishes without washing his hands. PIC discussed with dishwasher when to wash his hands. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed raw shell eggs stored above cut peppers in the walk in cooler. Discussed proper storage and PIC moved eggs. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed dish machine in dish pit at 25ppm chlorine sanitizer concentration. Discussed with dishwasher utilizing 3 comp sink until repair is made. PIC called for service of machine. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#44 — Utensils, Equipment and Linens; Properly Stored, Dried, HandledCore4-901.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two wet bowls stacked on top of each other in the dish pit area. Discussed air drying of all equipment before stacking them together to avoid bacterial growth. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-901.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required

Sep 24, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two spray bottles with chemicals without labels. Discussed labeling all chemicals to prevent misuse. PIC labeled bottles. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

May 1, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of note: Establishment is preparing infused garlic oil for self-service at tables. PIC stated fresh garlic and oil are infused in a container in the walk in cooler before filtering out and placing the oil in shaker bottles at tables. Advised PIC that fresh garlic oil is TCS and requires refrigeration. Advised PIC to purchase a commercially produced garlic oil or keep under refrigeration. Advised PIC to portion into cups for single-use service to customers. A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 3,Signer: Krista Gregory

2023

Dec 19, 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.Inspection report sent by email.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,Signer: Mike Anderson

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 →