Starz American Bar and Grill
D°2662 E University Dr, Mesa 85213
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-82979
Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
An inspection on Sep 9, 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 Mar 8, 2027, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works
Score over time
Inspection history11 on record
2026
Sep 9, 2026Routine2 priority3 foundation2 coreD°
report emailedPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.status of the repeated risk factor 23, improper use by date for on-site prepared/portioned tcs food reviewed with manager
Inspector's notes
inquired about a certified food manager for the establishment. PIC unable to provide. please ensure the facility has a certified food manager during the hours of operation. available resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed.
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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
manager was unable to provide a written procedure for cleanup of vomit and diarrheal accidents. please ensure there is a clean-up kit or cleaning procedure available on site. per manager, the kit has been ordered, awaiting delivery. also reviewed a written procedure on how to handle incidence for clean up after vomiting and fecal accidents. Department guidance document provided and reviewed. facility manager printed it and will review with employees. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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.
Inspector's notes
observed at the bar and the kitchen hand washing stations. paper towel dispenser not working. discussed with manager. manager serviced paper towel dispensers. new batteries installed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.
Inspector's notes
at the time of inspections, no sanitizer reading at the kitchen low temp dishwasher. showed facility manager. manager serviced equipment. chlorine at 50 ppm established. please monitor daily. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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 assorted/multiple pans of rte, portioned deli ham, turkey, pulled pork . no use by date. also some of the pans of sliced tomatoes showing discard dates 9-19. MCESD use by date guidance document reviewed. copies in English and Spanish provided. facility manager will review the proper date marking procedure for the rte-tcs food pans in the walk-in cooler, and the reach-in prep tables. manager and kitchen staff removed and prepared new discard date stickers for all tcs food pans. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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. Addl Notes: observed pans of chopped tomatoes in the food cooler dated 8-21, also salad mix with chopped lettuce dated 8-7. reviewed with kitchen manager and staff. manager removed food pans. mcesd use by date policy for the rte/tcs food reviewed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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.
Inspector's notes
kitchen ceiling panels have some dust and deposits. frequency of cleaning the ceiling panels reviewed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Jul 14, 2026Routine1 priority4 coreB
report emailed.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
in the facility walk-in cooler, observed assorted rte/tcs food pans passed the discard dates. mashed potatoes, 7-11, cooked wings, 7-13, taco meats 6-29, sliced ham 7-11, breakfast sausage patties 7-4, baked beans, 6-25. discussed with facility and kitchen manager. manager discarded food. mcesd use by date guidance document provided, reviewed, Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.
Inspector's notes
the front ice machine panels kept in place partially using duct tapes, tapes separated. please secure and seal the ice machine panels. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation
Inspector's notes
some cleaning needed under the cabinets, tables near the front bar entry area, debris observed. also kitchen grill area panels had accumulation. frequency of cleaning reviewed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Inspector's notes
observed some damaged ceiling panels in the food prep. back room, per manager , new panels have been received, awaiting installation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed
Inspector's notes
please replace the burnt bulbs in the food prep. back room. showed manager. also ensure the light shield are properly secured. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
Feb 20, 2026Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
report emailed.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
observed bar hand washing station, paper towel dispenser was in disrepair. informed facility manager. facility manager serviced and refilled unit. paper towel dispenser refilled/repaired. corrected Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.
Inspector's notes
observed assorted multiple washed food pans had glue and old date marking stickers adhered on the food pans. discussed the proper precleaning, peeling, scrubbing as needed to removed glue/stickers. manager coached kitchen staff on proper manual ware washing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-603.12 - Core: Precleaning
Inspector's notes
observed at the back food prep. ice machine, excessive dust build up. also panels kept together via duct tape. showed and discussed the frequency of cleaning for the ice machine panels. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
2025
Oct 14, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
Aug 28, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
Inspector's notes
Observed at the back area of the establishment an ice scoop bucket being stored directly on top of the ice machine with the mouth touching the surface. PIC re-washed the ice bucket and placed it inside a clean dry container 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 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.
Apr 16, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
2024
Dec 3, 2024Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple debri throughout the kitchen area. Please clean under/around prep tables and storage areas; wipe down outsides of equipment and prep areas. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection.
Oct 21, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
May 6, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.Notes:The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in thecoming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permitcard 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 administrativechange request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Dale Collins
2023
Oct 10, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email. Notes: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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: David H.
Aug 7, 2023Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email. Notes: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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Kristina M.
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13, P: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap---Observed at the mob sink, a hose connected directly to the waterline and stored below the sink's flood rim. PIC stored hose, properly above the flood rim at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability---Observed the wall in the front of the kitchen with noticeable dried on food debris. Please clean at a frequency to prevent an accumulation of organic buildup. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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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 →