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B

1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa 85202

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-88781

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

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

93
Excellent

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 13, 2023 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Oct 23, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 26, 2024 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Oct 3, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 15, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 28, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 11, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 6, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)84
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history8 on record

2026

Aug 6, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-207.11

Inspector's notes

Observed over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers on a shelf next to and over teas and single service items. Discussed contamination risk and employee moved the OTC medicines below other items. All medicines must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. All medicines were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-207.11 (B) - Priority: Restriction and Storage-Medicine; Storage & labeling

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.13

Inspector's notes

Observed two unapproved lighted fly traps. Electrocution devices must retain insect. 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. Employee removed the lighted fly traps at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-202.13 - Core: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation

Mar 11, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Aug 28, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Apr 15, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed various packaged of OTC medicines for retail sale above the display cooler and beverage cooler near the checkout counter. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored and displayed for retail sale so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, and single-service and single-use articles. All medicines must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. All medicines were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-301.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage and Display, Stock and Retail Sale

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed sanitizer wiping cloths stored in 0pp DDBSA/Lactic Acid when measured with a chemical test strip. PIC stated the cloth is changed 0-1 times per date. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. Advised PIC they may need to run the sanitizer dispenser for several seconds to ensure it dispenses properly. Advised PIC the bubbles contain concentrated chemical which should be left in the solution. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

2024

Oct 3, 2024Re-Inspection1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

**Third repeat violation. Correct 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

Sep 26, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed not allowing non-workers behind the counter and in back area. Re-inspection scheduled for 10/4/24 for lactic acid test strips. In lue of onsite re-inspection, photo of test strip and receipt can be emailed to inspector.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

**Third repeat violation. Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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At time of inspection, no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was present and there was no proof of certification of a CFPM on staff. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation along with certification. 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

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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At time of inspection, no test strips for lactic acid sanitizer was observed. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Re-inspection scheduled for 10/4/24. 4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.

2023

Oct 23, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Aileen Verduzio

Oct 13, 2023Routine1 foundation2 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager ------ No certified food protection manager (CFM) available on site at the time of inspection. Discussed that a CFM must be available at all times to answer food safety questions for employees. Establishment currently has one CFM. Discussed that an additional CFM may be required. Discussed retaining records onsite for CFM and employee food handler certificates.A re-inspection will take place on 10/20/2023 to ensure priority foundation violation #46 has been corrected. 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: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Aileen Verduzio

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions ------ Observed a buildup of food debris and dirt in various floor sinks. Clean areas and maintain a regular cleaning frequency to prevent buildup. Advised PIC soiled floor sinks may provide pest harborage conditions. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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. ------- Establishment is using Lactic acid/DDBSA sanitizer but only has quat test strips to measure concentration. Establishment has a Quat Sanitizer graphic above the 3 comp sink detailing testing procedures that may be contributing to confusion. Discussed the importance of using a chemical test strip to ensure quat is maintained at the proper concentration per manufactures recommendations (The approved active range of DDBSA is 272 -700 ppm and 704-1875 ppm for Lactic Acid). Discussed obtaining Sink and Surface Sanitizer (Lactic Acid/DDBSA) test strips before re-inspection on 10/20/2023. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained ------ Observed a flexible hose extending beyond the flood rim of the floor drain beneath the rolling ice bin. Provide a rigid drain line so a 1" air gap may be maintained above any floor sinks to prevent contamination. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

This address holds 2 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 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →