Best Hong Kong Dining

1116 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged six inspections at Best Hong Kong Dining, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among Mesa restaurants, the typical score is 95; Best Hong Kong Dining is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw fish, raw clams, raw pork and raw mushrooms stored in one large container in the walk-in refrigerator. Reviewed the food storage chart with manager. Manager separated the above food on different shelves and will cook all above food to 165*F when cooking

3-302.11(A1-2)

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no time recorded for the roast ducks and BBQ Porks. Manager stated the above food were cooked about one hour prior to inspection. Manager recorded the time for above food at time of inspection

3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)

Conformance with Approved Procedures; HACCP records (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no fish tank maintenance record at time of inspection. Please follow variance requirement at all times. Manager stated the fish tank was cleaned every Monday. Manager filled the maintenance tables at time of inspection

8-103.12(B)

Jun 9, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked pork, cooked beef and fried chicken without proper date marking in walk-in refrigerator and prep cooler. Manager stated fried chicken was taken out from freezer, and cooked beef and cooked pork were prepared one day prior to inspection. Educated manager the parameters of date marking. Employee put proper date marking on above food at time of inspection

3-501.17

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed can opener stored as clean with grease and food debris on the blade. Employee moved the can opener to ware wash station for cleaning and sanitizing at time of inspection

4-601.11(A)

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No paper towels available in the employee restroom. 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

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris on the meat slicer stored as cleaned. 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)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed pooling water in the main walk in cooler. Observed a buildup of food debris and grease on the wall behind the wire racks in the BBQ room. Also observed a buildup of dust on the ceiling near the ventilation in the BBQ room. 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

6-501.12

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed missing, discolored or separating sections of caulking behind the dishwasher and 3 comp sink in the kitchen. All nonfood-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Removed old caulking, clean thoroughly, and recaulk to restore a smooth and easily cleanable surface

4-402.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks and personal items stored on the wire rack near the water heater above onions. Also observed employee foods stored in the tea reach in cooler above chilled teas for customers. PIC moved employee consumables to the designated area and will retrain on proper eating, drinking, and tobacco use. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area

2-401.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Best Hong Kong Dining last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Best Hong Kong Dining on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Best Hong Kong Dining?

Across the inspection record, “equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Best Hong Kong Dining.

How does Best Hong Kong Dining compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Best Hong Kong Dining most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Best Hong Kong Dining's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Best Hong Kong Dining have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Best Hong Kong Dining means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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