Best Western

1342 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk Grade: B

Public records show four inspections at Best Western stretching back to 2024. On Mar 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around three violations per visit lately, up from roughly zero violations before.

Best Western's latest score of 74 falls below the Mesa average of 95. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Observed left over sausages and bacon dated 3/23 in reach-in cooler. All TCS foods are served daily and use time as a control for food safety. Food must be discarded at the end of breakfast. PIC, discarded food at time of inspection. Reviewed time as a control policy with employee and stated they will enforce policy moving forward
3-501.19(B1,3-4;C1,4-5)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stored directly in hand washing sink. All handwashing sinks must be accessible at all times to encourage handwashing. PIC, removed items at time
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. CFPM was not available upon request. Please obtain prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
74
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 24, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Best Western last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Best Western on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Best Western compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Best Western most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Best Western's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Best Western have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Best Western 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 Best Western inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Best Western is inspected around two times per year on average.