American Legion
A°1264 W University Dr, Mesa 85201
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2403501
Score based on 5 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 history5 on record
2026
Aug 20, 2026RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 31, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice and oranges in the handwashing sink at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about not utilizing hand sink for anything other than handwashing. 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. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed tropical scented laundry bleach in facility at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about not utilizing scented bleach at time of inspection. Establishment is using a sanitizer that contains bleach and other cleaners. During inspection PIC sent employee to obtain chlorine chemical solution for three compartment sink and sanitizer bucket. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-702.11 - Priority: Cleaned and Sanitized Before Use After Cleaning. 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.
2025
Oct 29, 2025Routine2 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed report
Inspector's notes
PIC was unable to provide proof of certified food service manager. Obtain certification from an accredited agency and leave at establishment. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. This is the second consecutive violation.
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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
Observed personal food items stored along with items for the establishment. Separated personal food items from items used in the establishment and label them in a designated area in walk in or reach in units. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
Jul 23, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Emailed report
Jul 15, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.printed report and re-inspection for sanitizer strips July 23 2025
Inspector's notes
PIC was unable to provide proof of a certified food service manager. Obtain certification and leave at establishment. Corrective Action: 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
Inspector's notes
PIC was unable to provide testing strips for testing quat sanitizer for the three-compartment sink and chlorine testing strips for the low temperature dishwasher. Provide these strips. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
In back kitchen area observed numerous items not needed for operation and maintenance of the establishment to include two grills one in the outside area and a second grill stored in the kitchen. Remove these items not needed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
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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 →