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El Super

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1251 E Southern Ave, Mesa 85204

Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-45385

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.

90
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 28, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 9, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 25, 2024 — Routine — score 65 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jan 28, 2025 — Routine — score 69 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 15, 2025 — Routine — score 77 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Aug 4, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 19, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 9, 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 history9 on record

2026

Jul 9, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

Feb 19, 2026RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.

2025

Aug 4, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°

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

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

Inspector's notes

observed at back seafood prep. station, three compartment basin, noted sanitizer at 0ppm. discussed the proper multi quat concentration. manager will place a work order. meanwhile, please utilize the front three compartment sanitizer basin. checked the front sanitizer station , 200 ppm established. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (F1-2) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

observed some towels wet wiping cloth, left on the food prep. station and some placed inside the hand washing basins. discussed with facility manager. all wet towels were removed sanitizer buckets were prepared. multi quat at 200 ppm established. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

Apr 15, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation3 coreall corrected on siteB°

report emailed.Predefined Comment: 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

found some chemicals in spray bottles placed in the food prep. area, and warewashing basin. no identification label. manger removed and labeled chemicals. corrected Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage Addl Notes: observed chemical spray bottles directly above chicken cooler display case. also on the shelf next to bagged food . some chemicals were placed inside the 3 compartment final sanitizer basin. manager removed and relocated all chemical bottles. corrected

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Predefined Comment: Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. 7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Inspector's notes

some pans of imitation crab salads and cooked shrimp were at 44-45 deg f . trays of food were overfilled. manager provided training not to overfill food pans. 2inch fill reviewed. meat manager removed excess food. please keep rte/tcs at 41 deg f Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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 StoredCore4-901.12

Inspector's notes

observed in the meat preparation areas, noted multiple wet towels left on the counter, under prep. stations and on the warewashing basins. manager removed all wet towels. fresh sanitizer solutions prepared. new wet wiping cloth were placed in the sanitizer solutions. corrected 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. 4-901.12 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location

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

Inspector's notes

scoops were placed inside the hand washing basin. manager removed, washed rinsed and sanitize scoops. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Predefined Comment: 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. 3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

Jan 28, 2025Routine2 priority1 coreC°

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

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-201.11

Inspector's notes

observed in the walk-in cooler, multiple bottles of chlorine, placed atop shelves holding food coloring and spices. showed meat manager on duty. all chemicals were removed/relocated. corercted

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Predefined Comment: Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

observed below 3 compartment basins, drain pipes leaking onto grounds. manager will place a work order to repair the pipe connection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-401.11

Inspector's notes

observed packaged ground beef placed atop steaks. showed meat department manager. all relocated to a designated shelf. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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. 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.

2024

Jul 25, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundationC°

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

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-401.11

Inspector's notes

observed raw ground meats placed/stored above steak /full muscle in the walk-in cooler. manager trained meat market staff regarding proper storage designated area for each type of meat. ground meats relocated to a lower designated shelf. corrected

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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. 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

observed in the front meat service area, pans of crab meats and cooked seafood, overfilled. food temperatures at 49-53 deg f . informed manager. manager trained staff on duty to ensure rte/tcs pans are not overfilled. also company requires use of ice in the meat case seafood area. staff removed seafood. proper level of new cooked seafood established. please ensure rte/tcs is kept at 41 degf

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Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

observed multiple bottles of chemicals , assorted colors filled spray bottles in use for meat area. manager trained staff to label all chemicals filled spray bottles. all corrected during the inspection. corrected.

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

Apr 16, 2024RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0_ Priority, 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: Not Participating,Signer: Arturo-facility GM

Jan 9, 2024RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0_ Priority, 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: Not Participating,Signer: Arturo-facility GM

2023

Aug 28, 2023RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0_ Priority, 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: Not Participating,Signer: Arturo-facility GM

This address holds 5 food permits

Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →