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Guru Palace of India

A

2048 E Baseline Rd, Mesa 85204

Food Establishment - Food Catering · Permit FD-34766

Score based on 13 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

93
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Sep 12, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 21, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 23, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 19, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 7, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 5, 2024 — Routine — score 48 (3 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Feb 28, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 13, 2025 — Routine — score 86 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 4 core)Sep 2, 2025 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Nov 19, 2025 — Routine — score 89 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Dec 2, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 8, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 3, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history14 on record

2026

Aug 3, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed at the back area of the establishment a metal ice scoop being stored directly on top of the ice machine. PIC re-washed the metal scoop and placed it inside a clean dry container at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection.

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

Apr 8, 2026RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.

2025

Dec 2, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. received electronic receipts/record, showing owner has obtained new sanitizer test strtips.

Nov 19, 2025Routine2 foundation1 coreB°

report emailed. re-inspection for sanitizer test strips scheduled for 10 days. 11-29-2025Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

observed in the food prep. station, hand washing sink was blocked. noted utensils and food pans inside the handwashing basin. discussed with manager on duty. all articles removed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Inspector's notes

observed assorted plastic smaller containers filled with ingredients. No labels. discussed with manager. all labels were prepared by manager. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

this establishment utilizes chlorine sanitizer. inquired regarding the sanitizer test strip. facility manager will order test strip re-inspection scheduled. 10 days. 11-29-2029. Please obtain chlorine sanitizer test strips. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.

Sep 2, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°

report emailed to manager. facility manager email updated in Tyler PC.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

please obtain one certified food manager for the establishment. list of available resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed. 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

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

observed pans of raw chicken placed atop lamb i the food prep. area. discussed with facility manager. manager relocated raw chicken to a designated shelf. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

observed multiple chemical sprayer bottles filled in the food prep. without an identification label. discussed with manager. all removed and relabeled by manager. corrected Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

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

Inspector's notes

in the food prep. area, observed wet wiping cloth utilize for raw poultry left on the food prep. counters. discussed placement in a designated sanitizer, manager obtained a designated sanitizer solution, quat ammonia at 200 ppm established. all wet towels were removed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

May 13, 2025Routine2 foundation4 coreB°

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

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

Inspector's notes

at the time of inspection observed the facility back door and the facility back screen door, all left open. manager closed back entry screen and door. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

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

Inspector's notes

in the dry storage room, observed open bags of flour and sugar placed on the floor. discussed relocating bags to a designated shelf. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. also behind the back entry, a pan of cheese left out. manager relocated to walk-in cooler. please ensure the food preparations and storage is only inside the premises. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Predefined Comment: Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. 3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

guidelines regarding the presence of a certified food manager was discussed. online available resources at esd.maricopa.gov reviewed. please ensure the food establishment has a food manager on duty. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

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

Inspector's notes

assorted chemical filled spary bottles observed in the back room food prep. area without identification. discussed with manager. all labeled by manager. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation3-501.15

Inspector's notes

observed in the back food prep. area, 4 pans of cooked chicken, 2 uncut, and 2 diced left out in the room. checked temperatures some whole cooked chicken stacked atop each other at 120 deg f . the cut chicken in deep tubs at 10-112 deg f . discussed with manager the 2 tier rapid cooling strategies. suggested to relocate cooling cooked chicken to flat pans and place in the walk-in freezer, and additional walk-in cooler. please monitor rapid cooling. manager transferred all cooked chicken pans to flat 2 inch pans and placed in the walk-in . Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. MCESD cooling guidance document reviewed. copies provided via email. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods being cooled in deep containers were transferred to shallow containers to allow for rapid cooling. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

observed in the back food prep. area, wet wiping cloth were left o the food prep. stations and re-used. suggested to prepare sanitizer solution and placed wet wiping cloth in a designated sanitizer solution. manager on duty, prepared multi quat sanitizer solution at 200 ppm. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Predefined Comment: All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. 3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

May 8, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory

Feb 28, 2025Routine1 coreA

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

please ensure there is a certified food manager on duty. resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

2024

Nov 5, 2024Routine3 priority1 foundation2 coreD°

report emailed to facility Person in charge. email on file.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

please obtain one certified food manager for the establishment. resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed.

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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

at the time of arrival to food facility, noted articles inside the handwashing basin, in the food prep. area. informed manager and kitchen staff, food pans and spatulas were relocate to allow access to sink. corrected.

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Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. 5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

Inspector's notes

observed baked potatoes in a large pan on the back kitchen floor. temperatures taken, 88-92 deg f . inquired about the food preparation and cooling strategies . per staff on duty, potatoes were prepared in the morning. manager removed all tcs food. suggested to use shallow metal pans and place cooling tcs food in the walk-in cooler to ensure rapid cooling. manager discarded.

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Predefined Comment: TCS foods prepared from cold or ambient room temperature ingredients must be cooled from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

observed a bag filled with diced cheese, placed atop the reach-in cooler top shelf , above the lemons. food temperature was taken. noted at 54 deg f . showed PIC. manger removed. please ensure rte/tcs food is kept at 41 deg f .

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Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. 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.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

observed in the walk-in cooler, pans of cooked chicken , diced and cooked vegetarian stew dated 9-27, and 10-14. informed manager. removed. MCESD for use by date of rte/tcs food reviewed with staff on duty. manager coached the kitchen staff on proepr use by date and disposal of tcs.

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Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. 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.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore4-202.18

Inspector's notes

in the cookline , some of the hood filters have been removed. please re-install filters. showed manager.

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4-202.18 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters

Aug 7, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Apr 19, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received A award and had _ 0Priority, _0 Priority Foundation and 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,Signer: Mr. Janam-manager on duty

Jan 23, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received A award and had _ 0Priority, _0 Priority Foundation and 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,Signer: Mr. Sam and Janam-manager on duty

2023

Nov 21, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received A award and had _ 0Priority, _0 Priority Foundation and 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,Signer: Mr. Sam and Janam-manager on duty

Sep 12, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received A award and had _ 0Priority, _0 Priority Foundation and 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,Signer: Mr. Sam -staff in charge

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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 →