KoFu Dumpling House

B°

1948 W Broadway Rd, Mesa 85202

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2405405

Score based on 4 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

Good

Mesa restaurant avg: 93

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

Inspection history4 on record

2026

Jul 20, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with PIC about moving food containers at least 6" off the ground. Discussed with PIC about moving the appetizer prep table closer to the server handwashing sink at time of inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two chemical spray bottles throughout the establishment with no label at time of inspection. Per chef, one bottle contained oven cleaner and the other contained sanitizer. PIC labeled spray bottles with common name at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about always labeling chemical bottles at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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

Apr 1, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed proper dishwashing procedures with PIC at time of inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple knives stored between prep tables throughout the kitchen at time of inspection. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority4-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed beef dumplings, raw frozen beef, and other food items stored in imprinted grocery bags in the walk-in freezer and cooler. Employees removed dumplings and placed in clear plastic bags back in freezer. Use of non-food grade bags (including to-go bags and trash bags) is not approved for storage of open food items to prevent migration of deleterious substances. Repeat violation: 2nd Consecutive. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-102.11 (A)(1) and (B)(1) - Priority: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use; Migration of Deleterious Substances; Safe

2025

Nov 5, 2025Routine2 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteC°

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked shrimp cold holding in plastic container in reach in unit at internal temperature of 57 deg F. Manager informed shrimp had been placed in unit a short time prior and placed in freezer for rapid cooling. 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a can of insect spray in chemical storage area. Manager discarded. Pest control can only be provided by a licensed pest control applicator. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority4-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed beef dumplings stored in imprinted grocery bags in the freezer. Employees removed dumplings and placed in clear plastic bags back in freezer. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-102.11 (A)(1) and (B)(1) - Priority: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use; Migration of Deleterious Substances; Safe

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

Inspector's notes

Chlorine sanitizer strips not available for testing sanitizer for low temperature dishwasher. Manager provided test strips during inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of 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.

Apr 3, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°

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

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed raw pork and chicken thawing on counter. Manager placed food items back in walk in. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

#46 — Gloves Used ProperlyCounty code (MCEHC)MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 2, Reg. 5a

Inspector's notes

Observed several boxes of latex gloves stored in kitchen area. Manager removed from establishment Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Predefined Comment: Latex gloves are not approved for food handling. MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 2, Reg. 5a - Latex gloves may not be used in direct contact with food.

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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 →