Tru Bowl
A°2727 E Mckellips Rd, Mesa 85213
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2405865
Score based on 6 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 history6 on record
2026
Jun 15, 2026RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed establishment using blue spirulina, mushroom powder blends, and protein powders with added probiotics, and collagen peptides. Provided AZDHS letter and explained the need for GRAS documentation. Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.Observed establishment's cold brew policy instructs employees to brew coffee at room temperature for 12-24 hours. Discussed temperature abuse and ensuring that cold brew is brewed at <41*F and is date marked and used for a maximum of 7 days prior to discarding. Provided guidance document.
Jan 26, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was e-mailed. Upon re-inspection, hot water was under pressure at the hand sink. Water temperature was >100*F. All violations due for correction were corrected.
Jan 16, 2026Routine1 foundationB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was e-mailed. Discussed cleaning the bottom of the reach in freezer behind counter.
Inspector's notes
Observed handwashing sink behind front counter near reach in freezer with very low flow of hot water. After running the faucet for about 15 minutes, the temperature of the water was 84*F. 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. **Re-inspection required** A re-inspection is scheduled for Monday 1/26/26. Please ensure that the hand sink has sufficient flow and the capacity to maintain water above 100*F. Please contact inspector for any questions, assistance, or with any updates.
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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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
Jun 23, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was e-mailed.
Jun 11, 2025Routine2 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.-Discussed disconnecting sprayer nozzle from mop sink hose when not in use. Ensure that there are no stops downstream from the atmospheric vacuum breaker in order to prevent backflow into the potable water supply. -Discussed cleaning juicer on a 4-hour schedule as a control for biological growth. Juicer is used for leafy greens and other ingredients that are TCS. -Observed syrups/additives made with coffee extracts, L-theanine, guarana and vitamins. Observed menu options for dried mushroom blends and blue spirulina. Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.
Inspector's notes
No certified food protection manager during time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Discussed having a second person on site certified. 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
Paper towel dispenser was out of paper towels during time of inspection. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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 use of chlorine bleach as sanitizer in three-compartment sink with no test strips available to verify the final concentration. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. **Re-inspection scheduled for Friday, 6/20/25** Please acquire chlorine test strips by 6/20/25 prior to re-inspection. Re-inspection can be conducted remotely by contacting inspector and providing a photo of compatible test strips via e-mail or text. Please contact inspector whenever test strips are acquired or if there are any questions. 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.
Jan 6, 2025Routine3 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee hand wash in food prep sink in preparation to make a customer order. Discussed washing hands at the dedicated hand wash sinks to keep food stations sanitary. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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2-301.15 - Priority Foundation: Where to Wash. 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
No paper towels at both hand washing sinks. Corrected with paper towels at stations. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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 pink chia seed mix and oatmeal still in a cooling process covered and in front counter glass reach-in fridge. Cooling items must be cooled in the fridge with greatest cooling capacity (double door fridge) and with lids off. Items moved at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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.
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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 →