East Mesa Moose Lodge
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
100
Score
Inspectors have visited East Mesa Moose Lodge seven times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Oct 28, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Mesa average 95, so East Mesa Moose Lodge is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed
4-501.114(A-E)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the grease trap in the kitchen to be missing the lid and covered with a large metal piece that makes floors difficult for cleaning. Please repair and replace the lid with a properly functioning one
5-205.15(B)
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings
Inspector notes: Observed the kitchen ceiling in disrepair and covered in dirt/debris. Please repair
6-201.16
78
Oct 2, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
Inspector notes: Observed
4-501.114(A-E)
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottles filled with cleaning chemicals stored on tables above dry food products and equipment. The bottles were moved to a designated area for chemicals storage
7-201.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the hand soap at the bar to be non-functional. PIC provided hand soap
6-301.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food stored on the ground in the walk-in freezer. Talked to staff about shelving options. Ensure that all foods are kept 6 inches up off the ground to prevent contamination
3-305.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the grease trap in the kitchen to be missing the lid and covered with a large metal piece that makes floors difficult for cleaning. Please repair and replace the lid with a properly functioning one
5-205.15(B)
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings
Inspector notes: Observed the kitchen ceiling in disrepair and covered in dirt/debris. Please repair
6-201.16
Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy accumulation of grease in the filters underneath the hood system. Please clean
4-202.18
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Apr 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed
4-501.114(A-E)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM present. Please ensure there is a CFPM present during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food stored on the ground in the walk-in freezer. Talked to staff about shelving options. Ensure that all foods are kept 6 inches up off the ground to prevent contamination
3-305.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt/dust/grease on the ceilings in the kitchen and dust on the fans in the beer walk-in cooler. Ensure that areas are cleaned often to avoid build up. Please repair the hole in the floor that is currently covered with a metal plate and re-seal cove bases, as all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable
6-501.12
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed very dim conditions in the hallway from the kitchen to the walk-in freezer, down to 1 out of 4 lights. Ensure the area is bright enough to make it easier to see spills and prevent accidents
6-303.11
70
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed main dishwasher in kitchen at 0 ppm bleach after 2 fresh cycles. Manager adjusted the hoses, now at 50 ppm bleach. Ensure that all dishwashers are at 50-100 ppm bleach at all times
4-501.114(A-E)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed 2 inch covered pan of thick gravy in reach in fridge. As per manager, been there 1 hour, at 100F. Manager put into freezer. Ensure that cooling foods are not in reach in fridges, are uncovered, stirred and move to below 70F within 2 hours, and to below 41F within 6 hours total. Talked to staff about cooling techniques or stirring the product, cooling wands and ice baths
3-501.15(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the east bar hand sink. More paper towels were provided. Ensure there is paper towels at each hand sink at all times
6-301.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt/dust/grease on the walls and ceilings. Ensure that areas are cleaned often to avoid build up. Ensure holes in walls are covered to make cleaning easier
6-501.12
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed very dim conditions in the hallway from the kitchen to the walkin freezer, down to 1 out of 4 lights. Ensure the area is bright enough to make it easier to see spills and prevent accidents
6-303.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food stored on the ground in the walkin freezer. Talked to staff about shelving options. Ensure that all foods are kept 6 inches up off the ground to prevent contamination
3-305.11
61
Sep 18, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the chef in the kitchen touch a cooked potato with bare hands. Bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food items is not allowed. The potato was discarded at the time of inspection
3-301.11(B)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the bar and kitchen mechanical dishwashers registering 0 ppm. bleach sanitizer at the final rinse. The kitchen dishwasher's sanitizer was replaced and primed to register at 50 ppm. bleach and the bar dishwasher was primed to register 50 ppm. bleach during the inspection
4-501.114(F1-2)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a pot of ground beef sitting on the stove with out a heat source at 115 Deg. F. Per operator it had been there approximately two hours. The item was reheated to 165 Deg. F. and hot held at the time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a pan of cooked potatoes at 105 Deg. F. sitting on a prep table in the kitchen. Also, observed some cooked potato skins at 75 Deg. F. on the prep table. Per operator everything was cooked off approximately an hour prior. The pan was placed in the refrigerator at the time of inspection. Proper cooling procedures were reviewed with the operator at the time of inspection
4-301.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Elevate all food and / or food contact surfaces at least 6 inches off the floor to prevent potential contamination. Repeat violation
3-305.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a moist wiping cloth on the slicer. Keep all moist wiping cloths stored in a sanitizer solution when not in use. A wiping cloth bucket was set up at the time of inspection
3-304.14
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was East Mesa Moose Lodge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at East Mesa Moose Lodge on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at East Mesa Moose Lodge?
Across the inspection record, “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at East Mesa Moose Lodge.
How does East Mesa Moose Lodge compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
East Mesa Moose Lodge most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.
Has East Mesa Moose Lodge's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at East Mesa Moose Lodge have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at East Mesa Moose Lodge 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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