Food City

A+Cutting Edge

822 S Alma School Rd, Mesa 85210

Food Establishment - Retail Food · Permit FD-84647

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

We last checked the county record 8 days ago (Sep 16, 2026). Any inspection since then would not appear here yet.

Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Jul 21, 2026Routine2 coreA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

In the back stockroom pest control spray meant for retail sale was above cans of hominy and cans of tuna. Person in charge (PIC) rearranged the stock at time of inspection to proper storage. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a hot and cold water faucet connected to the walk-in cooler near the stairs to the motor room in the stockroom. There is standing water around the floor drain below it. There is no basin to catch or direct the water. Person in charge (PIC) stated that it is mostly used to melt ice at the floor drain. Please have a plumber come out and make necessary corrections. There should be no standing water. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Jan 6, 2026RoutinecleanA+

2025

Jun 26, 2025RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.

Feb 27, 2025RoutinecleanA+

See INSP-126570-2024 for Responsible Party Signature.No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.

2024

Nov 15, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB

See INSP-019197-2024 for Responsible Party Signature.See INSP-019197-2024 for Responsible Party Signature.No County legal action will result from this inspection.After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was training staff verification breakdown, which resulted in the violation.

#13 — Food in Good Condition, Safe and UnadulteratedPriority3-101.11

Inspector's notes

Observed 25+ tomatoes and one papaya on display for service to customers with a organic black and gray spots growing on multiple areas. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed employee personal items including a backpack stored above bulk corn husks and storage areas. PIC moved backpack to another areas for proper storage. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

Jan 30, 2024RoutinecleanA+

This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.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: Cutting Edge A+,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 4,Signer: Elvira Silva

Jan 26, 2024Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended1 priority

Maricopa County policy requires suspension of the operating permit of businesses with serious conditions constituting an imminent public health threat. Your permit is hereby suspended. If desired, you may request a hearing within 15 days. When violations are corrected call this office for a reinspection to reinstate your operating permit. If violations are not corrected or if a hearing is not requested within 25 days, your operating permit will be revoked.A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-RLC ,Signer: Elvira Silva

#1 — Sewage Back-up (ISFD)Priority5-402.13

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13, P: Conveying Sewage ------ Observed an active sewage backflow at the "Isle 1" floor sink underneath shelving. Observed approximately 1 inch of standing water in the meat market area extending into the meat market office and back hallway. PIC stated the water backed up from the floor sinks under the 3 comp sink approximately 15-20 minutes prior to the start of the inspection. PIC was in the process of submitting a work order for repair at the time of inspection. Observed standing sewage at the floor sinks in the bakery/deli near the hall hand sink, ovens, and steam well. Observed a small backflow from the floor drain near the bakery hand sink after an employee washed their hands. Discussed standing sewage/grey water is an imminent health hazard and all food operations should cease. Discussed that the establishment does not meet the minimum requirements for operation since the establishment is not able to use the 3 comp sink for warewashing or handwashing in multiple areas. Discussed that the establishment cannot remain open with standing wastewater in the floor sinks/drains/floors. Please contact us for re-inspection once the drains/lines are clear, and there is no longer waste water accumulating in the drain. No open food is permitted to be served or prepared until the suspension is lifted. A re-inspection will be conducted upon repairing the drain line so that all plumbing fixtures can function normally. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Jan 26, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected. All drains have returned to normal functionality. PIC stated all surfaces have been properly disinfected using approved fecal and vomiting cleanup procedures. A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Signer: Juan Santos,Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 0

2023

Jul 28, 2023RoutinecleanA+

This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824Award: Cutting Edge A+,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 3,Signer: Veronica Paditta

This address holds 4 food permits

Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 16, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →