PlateScore

Bashas'

A+Cutting Edge

9925 E Baseline Rd, Mesa 85209

Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-84961

Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

97
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 14, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 4, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)May 21, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 11, 2024 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 9, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 20, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 22, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jan 29, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 5, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 16, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Sep 16, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA+

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.Inspection report emailed.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed deli container used as a scoop stored inside ceviche. All utensils must have a handle to prevent contamination. Discussed using a scoop with a handle and ensuring the handle is stored above the food. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

Jun 5, 2026RoutinecleanA+

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.No violations noted. Inspection report emailed.

Jan 29, 2026RoutinecleanA+

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.Discussed separating raw meats in the display case so that raw chicken is not carried over raw beef when being grabbed by employees. Inspection report emailed.

2025

Aug 22, 2025Routine1 foundationB

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

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed boneless saw blade and meat tenderizer with accumulation of dried up food debris. PIC stated equipment was last used days prior to inspection. Discussed importance of cleaning after use to prevent accumulation of food debris. Please keep a regular cleaning schedule. PIC disassembled to clean at time of inspection.

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4-501.114 (F3-4) - Priority Foundation: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation, Maintenance. 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.

May 20, 2025Routine1 coreA+

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

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed food debris on display case windows and coils above food. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule for equipment food contact and non-food contact surfaces. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Jan 9, 2025Routine1 priorityB

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

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed dried up meat debris on meat bandsaw food contact surface. PIC stated saw was last used day prior to inspection. According to PIC, all equipment is cleaned at the end of day and discussed proper cleaning frequency to prevent build up on food contact surfaces.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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: Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Predefined Comment: PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection.

2024

Sep 11, 2024Routine1 priorityB

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

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-602.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two separate tongs used to retrieve raw chicken and raw beef stored in display case where raw meat liquid was present. After discussion with PIC, they stated tongs are cleaned every other day, discussed cleaning frequency of 24 hours if kept under refrigeration. Also discussed importance of separating tongs to prevent any cross contamination in between uses. Also observed several build up of dried meat residue in saw equipment. According to PIC, saw machine isnt used frequently. Had discussion to visually inspect each piece of equipment in meat department to ensure it is frequently being cleaned and sanitized in between uses.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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: Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection.

May 21, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA+

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Emailed ReportNo 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Alex Lepak

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing Observed frozen Turkey thawing in water in three compartment sink. Discussed approved methods for thawing TCS foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Jan 4, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation and 0 Core violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: B,Signer: Ro Lopez

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: 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. Observed ceviche, chicken salad, ham salad, crab salad made in house without a date in meat case cooler. PIC dated items at time of inspection. Discussed importance of storing TCS foods for a maximum of 7 days, including prep date. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Sep 14, 2023RoutinecleanA+

This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.Inspection report was delivered via email.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Alex Lepak

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 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →