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Tara Thai 2go

B

1116 S Dobson Rd, Mesa 85202

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-81439

Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

92
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 29, 2023 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Sep 8, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 5, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 25, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 17, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 14, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 20, 2026 — Routine — score 89 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)89
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

May 20, 2026Routine2 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Inspector's notes

There was a gallon size spray bottle of pest control spray near the hand sink in the back of the kitchen. Discussed the contamination risk with person in charge (PIC) and PIC removed the pest control spray from the establishment at time of inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Inspector's notes

There was no probe thermometer at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) ordered a new thermometer for next day delivery at time of inspection. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices

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

Inspector's notes

The rice paddle/spoon stored in a small crock pot with water measuring 97*F with probe thermometer at time of inspection. Discussed proper storage methods with person in charge (PIC). PIC turned the heat up higher on the water 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

May 6, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

2025

Nov 14, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#6 — Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco UseCore2-401.11

Inspector's notes

Observed employee personal food stored above raw shelled eggs for customers. PIC moved employee consumables to the designated area and will retrain on proper eating, drinking, and tobacco use. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco

Jul 17, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB

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

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

Inspector's notes

observed at the hand washing station in the food prep. station, noted soap dispenser was empty. discussed with facility manager. manager refilled soap dispenser. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

at thw walk-in cooler top shelf, near the walk-in entry door, observed some bags of noodles at 47-48 deg f. discussed with facility manager regarding proper cold holding for tcs food (41 deg f). suggested to relocate noodles to the allocated shelf near the walk-in cooler fan blowers. manager relocated food. 41 deg f established. Corrective Action: Corrected 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.

Jun 6, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

facility was not accessible. posted closed by establishment temporarily from June 5th thru June 12th 2025.

Jun 3, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

Ineffective visit. facility was closed.

2024

Sep 25, 2024Routine1 coreA

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 to this establishment due to a door sweep in disrepair. Advised PIC to replaced door sweep to create a tight seal prior to the next routine inspection to eliminate pest entry. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

Mar 5, 2024Routine1 coreA

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: Tawan Khamsujarit

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions ------ Observed a buildup of food debris in multiple floor sinks throughout the establishment. Advised PIC to clean areas prior to the next routine inspection to help prevent pest harborage conditions. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Sep 8, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Tawan Khamsujarit

Aug 29, 2023Routine1 foundationB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. A re-inspection will take place on 9/8/2023 to ensure priority foundation violation #36 has been corrected. 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-Requesr-Form-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Tawan Khamsujarit

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence ------ Observed multiple live adult roaches near the floor sink by the walk in and inside the loosened metal paneling of the walk in cooler. The PIC stated they have a licensed pest control company apply spray every month. Receipts for service were provided by the manager at the time of inspection. Discussed the health significance of maintaining kitchens free of pests. Discussed having a certified pest control company address the issue before re-inspection on 9/8/2023. Discussed eliminating food, water and other harborage conditions in the kitchen to assist in removal. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →