El Chavo

1101 N Mesa Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, El Chavo has six inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 17, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around zero violations each.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which El Chavo's 90 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure one staff on duty has a certified food manager and is present during the hours of operations/foodservice. resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed
2-102.12(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Near the grill station , reach-in cooler, observed pans of sliced cheese overfilled, and cooler lids open. discussed with manager. suggested to keep smaller food pans and keep excess cheese stacks in the bottom of the cooler to ensure 41 deg f established. manager removed excess food
3-501.15(B)
90
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 26, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Chavo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Chavo on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does El Chavo compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

El Chavo most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has El Chavo's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Chavo have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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