Kolache Cafe
A°1942 E Southern Ave, Mesa 85204
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2405690
Score based on 4 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history4 on record
2026
Sep 1, 2026RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.
May 4, 2026Routine2 coreA°
Reviewed with PIC multiple Food Code policies, mainly regulations in relation to Time as a Control for kolaches and other pastries. Discussed ADA's code when it comes to animals in the restaurant.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection, no CFPM was on site. 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple debri throughout the kitchen area. General cleaning needed around some areas of kitchen. Clean and wipe down walls/floors/ hood vents inside premise. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection.
2025
Nov 12, 2025RoutinecleanA
report emailed. area supervisor email added to Tyler PC.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 17, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
report emailed to PIC.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
observed the soap dispenser at the female restrooms, was empty. discussed with facility shift leader. staff refilled the soap dispenser. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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
Inquired about certified food manager for the establishment. please ensure one staff during the hours of operation has attended the CFPM. list of courses on esd.maricopa.gov 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
observed final ware washing basin in use, filled. checked sanitizer solution. o ppm indicated for quat ammonia/ discussed with manager regarding the frequency and changing time for the / discussed sanitizer. manager drained and refilled basin. quat ammonia at 200 ppm established. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →