Espiritu Mesa
B°123 W Main St, Mesa 85201
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-85720
Bar & Cocktail — Mexican comida and agave-focused cocktailsWebsite
Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history12 on record
2026
Jul 28, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. Observed establishment with new back area constructed at time of inspection. Observed multiple reach-in coolers, prep sink, & hand sinks installed at time of inspection. Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees. Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Provided PIC with remodel link via email at time of inspection. 2. Discussed with PIC about how to obtain a variance for dry aging. Provided PIC with instructions and link for how to apply at time of inspection. Establishment is not currently dry aging.
Inspector's notes
Observed bartender grab lime with barehand while making a drink for a customer at time of inspection. Observed bartender grab dried fruit with bare hand and place it in a drink for a customer at time of inspection. RTE food that was contacted by bare hands was discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11(B) - Priority: Preventing Contamination from Hands. 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.
Apr 15, 2026Routine1 foundationB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.1) Discussed with PIC about open remodel at time of inspection. PIC needs to proceed with remodel to obtain approval for expanded kitchen area. 2) Establishment is also performing dry aging procedures on beef. Manager informed they are currently not selling this product.
Inspector's notes
Observed hot water turned off of handwashing sink in the back of house at time of inspection. Observed hot and cold-water handles and lines swapped so hot water was on the right side of the sink at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about hot water always being on the left side of the sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 4/23.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
2025
Dec 2, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Establishment has removed portion of two walls and enlarged kitchen area. Establishment is also performing dry aging procedures on beef. Manager informed they are currently not selling this product. Submit plans for minor remodel and variance procedure to esd.maricopa.gov permit center. Predefined Comment: Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/self-service#/home.
Inspector's notes
Observed Aloi sauce and sauce prepared with canned tomatoes and tomato sauce prepared with butter cold holding in a reach in unit holding >41 deg F Manager informed the food items had been holding since the night prior and discarded. Corrective Action: Corrected 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed one of the reach in units on the preparation line holding temperature at 54.5 deg F. TCS food holding in unit was discarded or redirected to alternate units. Currently there is no TCS cold holding in unit. Manager will call for repair. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed three outdoor grills. Manager informed they are not being used. Remove all items not necessary for operation and maintenance. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
Oct 9, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed report
Inspector's notes
Observed cheesecake kitchen manager informed was prepared >48 hours prior without a date mark. Kitchen Manager dated with date prepared during inspection. 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.
May 30, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
May 23, 2025Re-Inspection1 priorityB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed re-inspection for spray arm May 30 2025
Inspector's notes
Observed the spray arm for the three-compartment sink hanging below the flood rim. Repair or replace so that the spray arm is hanging at least one inch above the flood rim. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. This is the second consecutive violation Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law
May 14, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed will re-inspect for the spray arm May 23 2025
Inspector's notes
Observed the spray arm for the three-compartment sink hanging below the flood rim. Repair or replace so that the spray arm is hanging at least one inch above the flood rim. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law
Inspector's notes
Observed raw tuna in a plastic bag placed directly above an open container of tacos that contained cooked potato tacos. Chef placed the raw tuna on the bottom shelf of the reach in unit during inspection. 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.
2024
Dec 17, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked corn, mole with cooked tomatoes, cold holding in one of the reach in units that chef informed was placed in unit 12/14/2024 without a datemark. Chef dated with date prepared during inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 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.
Oct 8, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked shrimp prepared 9/28/2024 without a datemark. Cook dated with date prepared. 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.
Jun 5, 2024Routine1 coreA°
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.printed reportNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment has acquired the building next door according to owner they have not conducted any operations in establishmentsubmit plans for remodel toplan review602 506-6980esd.maricopa.govapplication formfood establishmentsThis establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0_ Priority, 0_ Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Rhys Richards
Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Observed door shied handle missing from main reach in unit. Replace shied. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Dec 13, 2023Routine1 coreA°
printed reportThe 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.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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Rudy Vasquez
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces-Large build up of organic debris on the surface of the vent hoods above cooking area. Clean frequently to minimize contamination. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Oct 20, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
printed reportThe 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.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Zion Monroe
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Observed soft cooked bacon and poblano peppers hot holding in a pan by the stove at internal temperature of 118 deg F. Chef reheated peppers to >165 during inspection. All TCS food held hot must maintain >135 at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →