Baiz Fresh Foods
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
95
Score
Baiz Fresh Foods appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 19, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.
Looking across the full record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Among Mesa restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed foods debris on the meat grinder blade in the meat market area. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed the large meat walk in cooler gasket in disrepair and the door handle removed. Per PIC, the handle broke and they are unable to find the same handle. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed frozen goat and lamb meat stored directly on the metal shelving in the walk in freezer. Advised PIC meats must be properly stored and not in direct contact with storage areas that are not intended to store foods on directly. PIC had the cuts of meat placed in food containers
3-307.11
82
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no paper towels at the hand sink in the meat market at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) restocked the paper towels at time of inspection. 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 provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
90
Feb 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths stored in 500+ ppm quat sanitizer. PIC stated the employees in the area manually filled the buckets rather than using the chemical dispenser in the restaurant. A sample of the solution was diluted 6 times to achieve approximately 400ppm quat. Observed the chemical dispenser mixing quat sanitizer at 400ppm Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020
7-204.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a plastic brush for cleaning meat grinders stored in the basin on the only hand sink in the meat area. 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
5-205.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Observed all meats and cheeses in the deli area dated today (2/10). Per PIC, the foods are sampled for quality every morning and relabeled. PIC stated foods last no longer than 1-2 day before fully served. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Advised PIC to use a separate sticker or way to indicate sampling and retain the original open date sticker
3-501.17
70
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 3, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed the cold water shut off at the inlet connection at the hand sink in the meat counter area. Also observed the hot water with a constant stream of running ater when turned off at the faucet handle. Per PIC, both gaskets had worn so both levers can not be fully turned off and had to be controlled at the shutoff under the sink. 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. Advised PIC to service gaskets so the faucet can be used as intended. Observed a metal souring pad and a scrub brush stored in the hand sink basin. 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
5-205.11
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Baiz Fresh Foods last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Baiz Fresh Foods on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Baiz Fresh Foods?
Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Baiz Fresh Foods.
How does Baiz Fresh Foods compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
Baiz Fresh Foods most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mesa average of 95.
Has Baiz Fresh Foods' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Baiz Fresh Foods have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Baiz Fresh Foods means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Baiz Fresh Foods inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Baiz Fresh Foods is inspected around four times per year on average.
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