Mr. Brews Taphouse
A1113 S Signal Butte Rd, Mesa 85208
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-82790
Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
Mar 31, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling procedures and monitoring drawers under grill. Drawers holding at 43*F. Inspection report emailed.
2025
Sep 16, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Prep table was holding ambient air temperature of 33*F.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Manager certification employee was not present at time of inspection. **repeat violation** CFPM holder must be present at time of 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
Sep 11, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.PIC provided pest control documents for treatment of pests.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Manager certification employee was not present at time of inspection. **repeat violation** CFPM holder must be present at time of 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
Inspector's notes
Observed main prep table holding ambient air temperature of 56*F using a min max thermometer. PIC was obtaining food from walk-in cooler and was placed in an ice bath on the line at time of inspection. PIC stated technician will be out before the end of the day to make repairs. Will re-inspect on 9.16.25. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below.
Sep 9, 2025Routine2 priority2 foundation2 coreC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Manager certification employee was not present at time of inspection. **repeat violation** CFPM holder must be present at time of 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
Inspector's notes
Observed employee drinking personal beverage and proceed to don gloves for prepping food. Instructed employee to wash hands.
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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. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed soda gun nozzle with organic debris. PIC, disassembled to wash rinse and sanitize 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
Inspector's notes
observed sliced tomatoes, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream, lettuce, pico de gallo, cole slaw, guacamole (with tomato), shredded cabbage, mozarella cheese, diced tomatoes, ham, brie cheese, hard boiled eggs, blue cheese, sausage, ranch dressing, lettuce mix, spring mix, raw shelled eggs, provolone, pepper jack, monterey jack, american cheese, maccaroni with an internal temperature of 54*f in prep table. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours.
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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 discarded by PIC 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed main prep table holding ambient air temperature of 57*F using a min max thermometer. All food replaced and placed on ice until unit can be repaired. Will re-inspect on 9.11.25. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below.
Inspector's notes
Observed live German cockroach present in bar area. PIC removed at time of inspection. Please provide most recent pest control records to ensure proper pest treatment is being applied by a licensed applicator. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence 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.
Apr 30, 2025Routine4 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Manager certification was not available upon request.**repeat violation** please obtain 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
Inspector's notes
No splash guard present on hand washing sink next to food preparation tables. Food preparation was occurring at time of inspection. To prevent contamination of food, please make necessary adjustments prior to next routine inspection.
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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
Inspector's notes
Observed paint chipping/melted in microwave oven. Employee disconnected microwave and posted a sign to immediately discontinue using.
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4-501.13 - Core: Microwave Ovens Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Dim light in walk-in cooler, making it difficult to see food. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting
2024
Oct 17, 2024Routine1 priority3 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Manager certification was not available upon request. **repeat violation** please obtain prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed organic debris in soda nozzle in bar area. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent build up. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cheddar cheese slices, shredded cabbage, chopped romaine, spring mix leafy greens, and ranch dressing made in house with an internal temperature of 44-46*F in prep table. It was determined left side of unit ambient air temperature of 46*F. Until unit is repaired, cold foods will be kept under ice. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F 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: 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.
Inspector's notes
No splash guard present on hand washing sink next to food preparation table. Food is prepped on both sides of handwashing sink. Please install splashguard prior to next routine inspection.
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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
Inspector's notes
Insufficient lighting in walk-in cooler with current light. he light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning
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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting
Mar 1, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. Must obtain within 90 days and must be present at time of inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report sent by email.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: Samuel Gollar
Priority Foundation-3-603.11, Pf: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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. Menu did not have disclosure for foods offered undercooked. According to cook, over easy eggs are offered on hamburgers. Must have disclosure by either describing the product as being raw or undercooked (i.e. raw oysters, burgers cooked to order) or by utilizing an asterisk directing them to a footnote that describes the item as being served raw or undercooked. PIC was instructed to note an asterisk on menus until more are printed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-307.11, C: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination No splash guard present on hand washing sink next to food preparation table. Food is prepped on both sides of handwashing sink. Please install splashguard prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Aug 24, 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.Inspection report sent by email.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: John Milleson
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →