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Two Seasons Cafe

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6320 E Main St, Mesa 85205

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-53637

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

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

59
Poor

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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An inspection on Apr 24, 2026 found violations at the county's most serious (D-equivalent) level. Scores are held in the “Poor” band for 6 months after such events — until Oct 21, 2026, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works

Score over time

1000602023202420252026Jul 31, 2023 — Routine — score 89 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Aug 4, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 29, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 29, 2024 — Routine — score 64 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Aug 27, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 4, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Feb 27, 2025 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Jun 23, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 10, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 24, 2026 — Routine — score 44 (3 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Aug 26, 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 history12 on record

2026

Aug 26, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided guidance document for approved mop sink connections. Owner changed delivery days to every other day to reduce overstocking food.

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsCore4-603.12

Inspector's notes

Observed clean containers with old day dots. PIC removed at time of inspection. Please ensure all dishes are precleaned prior to washing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-603.12 - Core: Precleaning

Apr 24, 2026Routine3 priority2 foundation1 coreD°

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

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed pooled eggs stored directly above mushrooms and tomatoes in reach-in cooler. PIC rearranged items 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. 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.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed clam chowder in steam well with an internal temperature of 110*F. According to PIC, food had been made more than 2 hours prior to inspection and was discarded at time of inspection.

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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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed tilapia fish in reach-in cooler with an internal temperature of 54*f. According to PIC, tilapia fish had been previously thawing under running water for a prolonged period of time. Fish was fried immediately. Discussed approved thawing methods and discussed thawing in refrigeration. Also observed 4 boxes of shelled eggs with an internal temperature of 48*f stored on floor in dry storage area. PIC moved eggs to reach-in cooler at time of inspection.

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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. 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.

#24 — Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and RecordsPriority foundation3-501.19

Inspector's notes

Observed pooled eggs that use time as a control (TAC) as a policy without a discard time. According to PIC, several other items on prep table use time as a control but were not documented properly on (TAC) policy. PIC added items to policy at time of inspection. Ensure all items using time as a control for food safety are listed on policy and labeled properly with a discard time.

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3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed Baked potatoes were also cooling at room temperature with an internal temperature of 80*F. PIC stated potatoes had been baked within 1 hour prior to inspection and were going to begin peeling process. Discussed approved cooling methods with PIC. PIC stated cold holding equipment was purchased and would be installed prior to next routine inspection to ensure all TCS foods maintain temperatures below 41*F at all times.

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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed several frozen turkey necks, turkey breast, turkey thigh, and clam chowder soup thawing at room temperature on floor of dry storage area. PIC rearranged items to reach-in cooler to properly thaw.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process.

2025

Oct 10, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Jun 23, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

Feb 27, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreall corrected on siteB°

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

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed employee washing dishes through the dish machine, then proceeding to put away clean dishes without washing his hands. Trained employee on proper hand washing procedures. ***1st REPEAT VIOLATION

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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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed a metal bowl inside the hand sink basin in the back room. The bowl was removed. Hand sinks must be empty and accessible at all times. 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a plate from the clean pile with visible debris on it. The plate was re-cleaned. Food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned before putting away. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed an employee's cell phone placed above the prep table. Employee moved his phone to a designated area. Employee belongings must be stored in designated areas to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

2024

Dec 4, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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 to clean dishes at the dishwash station. Observed employee with gloves cracking raw shelled eggs, then removing gloves, and adding new gloves for plating, without washing hands. Talked to owner about handwashing policy, and had employees wash their hands. Ensure that hand washing is occurring going from dirty to clean 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed chemical spray bottle with purple liquid in it, with no labels. Manager added degreaser label. Ensure that all spray bottles have labels to reduce their misuse. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

Aug 27, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Mar 29, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteC°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection was emailed***Created a 4 hour time policy for pooled eggs with the PICThe 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,Embargo Lbs: 7,Signer: Brenda Refshaw

#9 — No Bare Hand Contact with RTE Foods or a Pre-Approved Alternate Properly FollowedPriority3-301.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11, P: Preventing Contamination from Hands; Bare Hand Contact with Ready to Eat Foods. 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. Observed employee slicing toast with his bare hands, and proceeding to add toppings such as meat and gravy. PIC discarded the item, and put gloves on. Bare hands must not come in contact with ready to eat foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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. Observed the hand sink in the back room with the basin blocked by a strainer used for raw fish. PIC moved the strainer and sanitized the sink. Hand sinks must be empty and used only for hand washing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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. Observed pooled eggs holding 60F in the reach in cooler on the assembly line. PIC discarded the item. TCS foods must be stored at 41F or below when cold holding. Discussed using 4 hour time as a control if needed for food items that are removed from refrigeration frequently. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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

Repeat Violation Core-6-403.11, C: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking Observed employees phone and drink stored above the mechanical dish machine. Also observed a cell phone on a shelf above a food prep area. PIC moved all items to a designated area. Personal belongings must be stored in designated areas to prevent cross contamination. **Repeat violation **2nd repeat** Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

2023

Nov 29, 2023Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°

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.Inspection was emailedThe 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,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Brenda Refshaw

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

Repeat Violation Core-6-403.11, C: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking Observed employees phone stored above the prep cooler on the assembly line and a drink on the mechanical dishmachine. PIC moved all items to a designated area. Personal belongings must be stored in designated areas to prevent cross contamination. **Repeat violation Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st

Nov 15, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Establishment doors were locked. Business was closed temporarily.

Aug 4, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been correctedNo legal action will result from this inspectionInspection was emailedAward: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Brenda Refshaw

Jul 31, 2023Routine2 foundation1 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection was emailedInspected with badge #301**A re-inspection will occur by 8/10The 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,Embargo Lbs: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA - TH,Signer: Brenda Refshaw

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Observed no hand soap in the hand sink located in the back room of the establishment. PIC provided a new container of hand soap. Hand wash stations must be supplied with hand cleanser at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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. Observed the prep cooler on the assembly line holding 45.5F, captured by inspector's min/max thermometer. PIC stated all the items were prepared in the morning and placed into the unit 2 hours prior. PIC created an ice bath for all items and called for service. Refrigeration temperatures must hold 41F or below. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

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

Core-6-403.11, C: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking Observed employees phone, glasses, and gum stored above the prep cooler on the assembly line. PIC moved all items to a designated area. Personal belongings must be stored in designated areas to prevent cross contamination. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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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 →