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Mr. Brews Taphouse

A

1113 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.

90
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 24, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 1, 2024 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Oct 17, 2024 — Routine — score 82 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Apr 30, 2025 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Sep 9, 2025 — Routine — score 58 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)Sep 11, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Sep 16, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 31, 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 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.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

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.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

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

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

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.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

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

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

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.

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

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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

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.

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

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.

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

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.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

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

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

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

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.13

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.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

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.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCounty code (MCEHC)

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.

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

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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

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.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

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

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

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

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

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

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

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 →