Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill 11 times, with records going back to 2024. Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly zero violations before.
Looking across the full record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other Mesa restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: **3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION** Observed cooked chicken wings in the walk-in and reach-in cooler on the line dated 4/7 (1 day past discard date). Ready-to-eat, TCS (time and temp controlled for safety) 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). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection
3-501.18
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: **2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION** Observed raw chicken wings stored above cooked chicken wings and raw beef on the rack in the walk-in cooler. All raw animal products must be stored below ready-to-eat foods and raw animal products must be stored according to final cooking temperatures based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Chicken wings were rearranged and properly stored at time of inspection
3-302.11(A1-2)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed dust accumulation on ceiling vents. Observed food debris on racks used to transport clean dishes. All nonfood contact surfaces and physical facilities must be kept clean and free of debris to prevent contamination. Please clean and maintain clean prior to the next routine inspection
4-602.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on duty during all hours of operation. Please certify additional staff prior to the next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
67
Dec 9, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored above beef in walk-in cooler and raw pork stored above jalapenos and leafy greens. Foods were rearranged at time of inspection
3-302.11(A1-2)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed sliced turkey 11/29, ham 11/29, pastrami 11/29, cavatappi 11/29, al pastor 12/1, taco beef 12/2, meatballs 12/1 stored in prep table more than 7 days
3-501.18
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in handwashing sink next to salad station. PIC restocked at time of inspection
6-301.12
67
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed pig wings (10/3), lemon habanero 10/4, salsa roja 10/4, garlic parmesian 10/4, smoked wings 10/7, carne asada 10/7, meatballs 10/4, salsa verde 10/5 stored in walk-in cooler more than 7 days past discard date. PIC discarded at time of inspection
3-501.18
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
Inspector notes: Observed cough medication and other medication stored directly above seasonings. PIC rearranged items. Discussed designating area for personal items and also discussed the five food borne illness symptoms
7-201.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Observed plastic bottles with dried food bbq sauce stored clean in dish area. PIC discarded at time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed salsa roja and cavatapi noodles cooling in deep plastic containers with an internal temperature of 62*f. According to PIC, items had been previously cooled 1 hour prior to inspection and were moved to shallow pans at time of inspection. Discussed approved cooling methods
3-501.15(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels available in handwashing sink next to server station. PIC restocked at time of inspection
6-301.12
Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
Inspector notes: Observed filters with accumulation of dust and debris. PLease maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent hazard. **repeat violation**
4-202.18
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: Observed several personal beverages stored throughout the kitchen. PIC rearranged at time of inspection. Please designate an area for employee personal items to be stored to prevent contamination
2-401.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Certified Food Protection manager not available upon request. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Obtain prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed bags of ice stored directly on floor in walk-in freezer. PIC re-arranged at time of inspection
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed ice scooper handle stored directly in ice
3-304.12
Equipment Compartments, Drainage
Inspector notes: Observed ice machine leaking water onto floor. Maintain in good repair and correct prior to next routine inspection. **repeat violation
4-204.120
41
Oct 3, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 2, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 2025
Food Immediate Suspension
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Operations not ceased when imminent health hazard present
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler holding ambient air temperature of 51*F at start of inspection. All cold TCS foods stored in walk-in cooler such as TCS ranch dressing, milk, heavy cream, raw bacon, nacho cheese, salsa, mixed cheese, cheddar, swiss, provolone, American, pepper jack, pico de gallo, chihuaha cheese, goat cheese, raw shelled eggs, cooked wings, ground beef, meatballs, hot dogs, coleslaw, lettuce, with an internal temperature of 49-50*f. PIC had previously noticed rise in temperature of walk-in cooler. The establishment did not have adequate refrigeration to sustain business operations. PIC made a service call to get cooler repaired and was instructed to contact health department when repairs are completed and cooler is maintaining temperature below 41*F in order to have suspension lifted to operate. All TCS foods were set aside to be discarded
8-404.11
86
May 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed blueberries with organic matter in prep table. PIC discarded at time of inspection
3-101.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen and in bar area. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 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. Addl Notes: Observed no hand soap at bar handwashing sink. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Observed dead cockroaches throughout floor of establishment. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection
6-501.112
Equipment Compartments, Drainage
Inspector notes: Observed ice machine leaking water onto floor. PIC stated hose was disconnected. Maintain in good repair and correct prior to next routine inspection
4-204.120
Precleaning
Inspector notes: Observed clean container with old date mark being used to store raw chicken wings. PIC removed day dots at time of inspection. Discussed importance of removing day dots after warewashing
4-603.12
Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulation of grease and other debris in hood filters above fryer and stove top. Discussed increasing frequency of cleaning to prevent accumulation of debris
4-202.18
64
Dec 18, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Walk-in fridge found carton of blueberries with white organic matter. Directly outside walk-in on dry storage shelf two whole onion with pronounced organic growth. All Discarded
3-101.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cheese shredder equipment stored as clean with cheese residue on food contact surfaces. According to kitchen staff, shredded was last used previous day prior to inspection. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspect. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(A-D)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hot line black beans double panned at 120*f degrees. Kitchen staff stated hot line had not been rotated for 7 hours. Discarded. Please maintain hot above 135*f degrees. *2nd repeat*
3-501.16(A)(1)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP salmon holding in walk-in from thaw state. Salmon removed from packaging at time of inspection. Fish must be removed from ROP completely before thawing. *2nd repeat*
3-501.13
61
Oct 9, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 27, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed raw ground beef stored above cooked al pastor meat on rack in walk-in cooler. Also observed raw chicken in ziplock bag stored directly in same container as raw beef. PIC rearranged items at time of inspection
3-302.11(A1-2)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed nacho cheese stored in steam well warmer with an internal temperature of 130*F. According to PIC, cheese was stored in warmer for 1 hour and was re-heated to 165*F prior to moving back to warmer
3-501.16(A)(1)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed garlic parmesan sauce made-in house 9/20, al pastor 9/20, bone marrow 9/11 in walk-in cooler stored past 7 days
3-501.18
Tracking Powders, Pest Control and Monitoring
Inspector notes: Observed Cockroach killing powder stored in establishment. PIC discarded powder at time of inspection
7-206.13(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels available at handwashing sink in bar area
6-301.12
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Observed dead German cockroaches throughout kitchen floors. PIC provided receipt from Sexton Pest Control services provided on 9/27 prior to inspection. Receipt states general pest control treatment is provided on a monthly basis
6-501.112
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed organic debris on soda spray nozzle in bar area and ice machine in back of establishment
4-602.11(E)
Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
Inspector notes: Observed black grease debris and dust heavily accumulated in filters above stove top and fryers. PIC stated hood would be serviced on 10/1 but could not provide documentation at time of inspection
4-202.18
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Observed raw salmon thawing in ROP bag in walk-in cooler
3-501.13
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill.
How does Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.
Has Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Beast of Bourbon Bar and Grill is inspected around seven times per year on average.
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