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American Discount Foods

A

1360 W Southern Ave, Mesa 85202

Food Establishment - Damaged Food · Permit FD-26823

Score based on 8 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

99
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 24, 2023 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 30, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 21, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 2, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 17, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 7, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 28, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 1, 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

May 1, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.No violations noted at time of inspection.

2025

Aug 28, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.The use of the 3 comp sink in the packaging room for washing the scoops and containers in the coffee room. Please ensure to store them in a manner to maintain clean.

May 7, 2025Routine1 coreA

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

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

at the back room, observed some wall damage near the prep. room entry. showed facility manager. please repair the walls juncture to smooth. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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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. 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

Jan 17, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed an ROP (Reduced Oxygen Packaging) machine in the processing room. PIC stated occasionally ROP packages puncture and will be re-sealed onsite. Advised PIC a variance is required for ROP processing. Advised PIC to discontinuing ROP unless a variance is applied for and approved. See: https://esd.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-VariancesPIC discussed replacing the vegetable cooler on the sales floor with a new unit and misting system. Discussed misting systems require an ASSE 1013 RPZ (reduced pressure zone) backflow. Discussed a remodel is not required to replace cooler, but a remodel will be required if making changes to plumbing connections including adding a misting system/RPZ. If a misting system will be added, please apply online for a remodel at: https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/applicationAssistant?sectionName=All&showTemplates=false&caseTypes=104

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a light gap under the back door near the bulk food cooler entrance. PIC addressed the light gap at the loading dock and adjacent door noted on the previous routine inspection. Advised PIC to replace weather stripping to eliminate pest entry points prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation *Second consecutive repeat violation* 6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

2024

Oct 2, 2024Routine1 coreA

See INSP-018684-2024 for Responsible Party Signature.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a light gap under the back door and adjacent loading dock door. Advised PIC to replace weather stripping to eliminate pest entry points prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

May 21, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.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: 1,Signer: David DeVries

Jan 30, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.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,Signer: Jason Simonton

2023

Oct 24, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.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: B,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Jason Simonton

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

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals ------- At the 3-compartment sink, observed a final sanitizer concentration of 300+ ppm chlorine sanitizer when measured with a chemical test strip. The manager stated the compartment had just been changed but a test strip was not used. Discussed that chlorine sanitizer levels should be maintained between 50-100ppm for effective and safe sanitization. PIC found concentrated bleach was being used and the sink was being setup with a recipe. Advised PIC to thoroughly mix the solution and test every batch. The PIC emptied the compartment and re-filled with sanitizer measuring 50ppm. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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 →