Birrieria Don Jose
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
82
Score
Birrieria Don Jose appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. Birrieria Don Jose was last inspected on Apr 1, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
Across the inspection history, “system maintained in good repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Restaurants in Mesa average 95, so Birrieria Don Jose trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Throughout the establishment, observed cooked hotdogs, deli ham, refried beans, cooked rice, in house salsa, pozole, cooked chicken, cooked tripas (cow intestines), cooked potatoes, cut cabbage, pickled carrots, pico de gallo, and cooked shrimp with no date marking. Person in charge states these food items were made 1-5 days prior to the 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). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Observed a container that margarine was packaged in being used to store pooled eggs. Single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be re-used for storage of food. Person in charge states they will get rid of the container
4-502.13(A)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed the second room of the walk in cooler not having enough/adequate lighting making it difficult to see the food being stored there. Please ensure there is adequate lighting in all areas where food is being stored/worked at
6-303.11
82
Nov 25, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish
Inspector notes: Observed establishment prepares and serves raw marinated shrimp ceviche as ready to eat but maintains no parasite destruction letter from seafood provider
3-402.12
90
Jul 24, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The certified food-service manager was not present during the inspection. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No detectable chlorine sanitizer residual in the wiping-cloth bucket. The manager then added bleach and checked- ok at 100 ppm Cl2
3-304.14
90
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no detectable chlorine sanitizer residual in the sanitizing compartment of the 3-compartment sink during dishwashing. The manager then remade and rechecked the sanitizer- okay at 100 ppm chlorine
4-702.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: No detectable chlorine sanitizer residual in some of the wiping cloth buckets. The employee remade and rechecked the buckets- okay at 100 ppm Cl2
3-304.14
82
Nov 4, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at front hand sink. Manager found paper towels and placed them at hand sink. Ensure there is paper towels with dispenser at each hand sink
6-301.12
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked veggies and meat in a 3 gallon bucket at 150F, just removed from the stove, and no ice around the product. Manager separated the food and but in ice baths up to the level of the food. Ensure that foods cooling have no lid, thing, and stirred to get to below 70F within 2 hours, and below 41F within 6 hours total
3-501.15(A)
Handwashing done in improper location
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing hands at the 3 compartment sink. Manager talked to employee and told them to wash hands at hand sink. Ensure that hand washing occurs only at the hand sinks
2-301.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed large leak from the sewer pipes at the back hand sink. Ensure that sinks are corrected to keep sewer water in the pipes
5-205.15(B)
70
Aug 6, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a leak coming from the 3 compartment sink faucet. Please correct
5-205.15(B)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Observed a grill outside of the establishment. Please remove
6-501.114
90
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed a large container of red salsa dated on 7/25 in the walk-in refrigerator. PIC discarded the item. TCS food items must be stored for no more than 7 days
3-501.18
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked peppers, grilled onions, tripas, and steak at 108-118F in the steam table. PIC said they were cooked within the last hour. PIC reheated the food to 165F. TCS food items must be holding 135F or greater when hot holding
3-501.16(A)(1)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the hand sink located in front of the grills/stove. PIC provided a roll of paper towels. Also observed a container in the sink basin. The container was removed. Hand sinks must be supplied with hand drying provisions and accessible at all times
6-301.12
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed no consumer advisory and asterisks for the food items that include undercooked eggs if requested. These items include Huevos Rancheros and Chilaquiles. Please provide a consumer advisory on the bottom of each page on the menu
3-603.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed the compressor located in the right side of the walk-in refrigerator to be blowing out air at 47F. Please call for maintenance to ensure temperatures do not exceed 41F
4-301.11
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a Styrofoam container with cooked chicken inside. Employee stated it was hers and labeled the container for "personal" use. Please ensure all personal items and belongings are properly labeled and stored
6-403.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a closed container of ceviche shrimp cooked in lime juice stored over closed containers of juice. PIC stated that it was employee food. PIC labeled the container as employee food and moved it to a designated area on the lower shelf of a refrigerator. Please keep designated areas for employee food and store all food items in a manner that prevents cross contamination
3-302.11(A3-8)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed the back door of the kitchen with the weather strip coming off, allowing light and air in. Please replace
6-202.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a leak coming from the 3 compartment sink faucet. Please correct
5-205.15(B)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Observed a grill outside of the establishment. Please remove
6-501.114
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Birrieria Don Jose last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Birrieria Don Jose on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Birrieria Don Jose?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Birrieria Don Jose.
How does Birrieria Don Jose compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
Birrieria Don Jose most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.
Has Birrieria Don Jose's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Birrieria Don Jose have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Birrieria Don Jose 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 Birrieria Don Jose inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Birrieria Don Jose is inspected around five times per year on average.
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