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Mi Amigos

A

1264 S Gilbert Rd, Mesa 85204

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-33039

Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

98
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Jul 20, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 29, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 22, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 10, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 19, 2024 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Dec 3, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 27, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 21, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Nov 3, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 4, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Sep 15, 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 history12 on record

2026

Sep 15, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.PIC notified inspector that an update on the food menus might occur sometime in November. Reviewed with PIC the importance on including warning label/ signage for undercooked items that will be listed on the new menu.

May 4, 2026Routine2 coreA

Reviewed in Spanish some FDA Food Code policies with some BOH employees.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple wiping cloths under cutting boards throughout the establishment. PIC removed the wiping cloths at time of inspection. Do not store wiping clothes under cutting boards to prevent the growth of bacteria. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection, no CFPM was on site. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.

2025

Nov 3, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Oct 28, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

advisory

Jul 21, 2025Routine3 coreall corrected on siteA

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

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Inspector's notes

observed some powders on the food prep. station, filled, no identification. discussed with manager. identified and labeled by supervisor Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

observed some wet wiping cloth on the food prep. station. showed manager. also one of the food prep. station wiping cloth sanitizer was at 25 ppm for chlorine. manager drained and refilled. chlorine at 50 ppm established. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-403.11

Inspector's notes

observed some employee open candy bars, partially eaten placed in the freezer with other on site prepared food. discussed with facility manager. all discarded. use of a designated area reviewed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking

Mar 27, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

2024

Dec 3, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

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

Nov 19, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°

Re-inspection scheduled for 10 days, 11-29-2024. report was emailed to facility manager on duty.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

observed cooked chicken enchilada at 127-132 deg f . showed pic. per manager the chicken is grilled/cooked on site and introduced/mixed with sauce. facility manager notified kitchen staff. all removed. reheated to 165 deg f . corrected.

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Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.115

Inspector's notes

observed at the ice machine above the ice machine, a pan used for storing ice scoop. noted live roach present. showed facility manager. please ensure the facility has a integrated certified pest control . Per manager new pest control company has visited the facility in Oct. and scheduled for a monthly certified pest control service this week. A re-inspection scheduled. 10 days, 11-29-2024 6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests Addl Notes: observed dead roaches in the soda , Bag in the box station. also some dead roaches in the dry storage room, and more at the floor drain under /adjacent to ice machine. showed manager. frequency of cleaning reviewed.

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Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. 6-501.115 - Priority Foundation: Prohibiting Animals

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

frequency of cleaning for the some of the kitchen ceiling panels were reviewed. observed in the dishwashing and entry to kitchen, ceiling panels were dusty. showed manager. also at the soda station and dry storage designated area, under the racks, some organic accumulation . showed manager. please ensure floors and panels are free of debris.

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Predefined Comment: 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 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

Jul 10, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Mar 22, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A_ Grade and had _ 0Priority,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.Award: A,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-RLC ,Signer: Oscar-manager in charge

2023

Nov 29, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A_ Grade and had _ 0Priority,0 _ Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspectionThe 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: A,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-RLC ,Signer: Oscar-manager in charge

Jul 20, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A_ Grade and had _ 0Priority,0 _ Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.report emailed. sanitarian 764 present. 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: A,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: RA-RLC ,Signer: Oscar-manager in charge

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →