Espiritu Mesa

123 W Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Espiritu Mesa has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 15, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

The pattern that stands out is “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to other Mesa restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Observed hot water turned off of handwashing sink in the back of house at time of inspection. Observed hot and cold-water handles and lines swapped so hot water was on the right side of the sink at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC about hot water always being on the left side of the sink at time of inspection. 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

5-205.11

Dec 2, 2025

Routine

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

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed one of the reach in units on the preparation line holding temperature at 54.5 deg F. TCS food holding in unit was discarded or redirected to alternate units. Currently there is no TCS cold holding in unit. Manager will call for repair

4-301.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Observed three outdoor grills. Manager informed they are not being used. Remove all items not necessary for operation and maintenance

6-501.114

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed cheesecake kitchen manager informed was prepared >48 hours prior without a date mark. Kitchen Manager dated with date prepared during inspection

3-501.17

May 30, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

May 23, 2025

Reinspection

1 critical violation.

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Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed the spray arm for the three-compartment sink hanging below the flood rim. Repair or replace so that the spray arm is hanging at least one inch above the flood rim

5-202.11(A)

May 14, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed the spray arm for the three-compartment sink hanging below the flood rim. Repair or replace so that the spray arm is hanging at least one inch above the flood rim

5-202.11(A)

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw tuna in a plastic bag placed directly above an open container of tacos that contained cooked potato tacos. Chef placed the raw tuna on the bottom shelf of the reach in unit during inspection

3-302.11(A3-8)

Dec 17, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed cooked corn, mole with cooked tomatoes, cold holding in one of the reach in units that chef informed was placed in unit 12/14/2024 without a datemark. Chef dated with date prepared during inspection

3-501.17

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed cooked shrimp prepared 9/28/2024 without a datemark. Cook dated with date prepared

3-501.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Espiritu Mesa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Espiritu Mesa on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Espiritu Mesa?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Espiritu Mesa.

How does Espiritu Mesa compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has Espiritu Mesa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Espiritu Mesa have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Espiritu Mesa 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 Espiritu Mesa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Espiritu Mesa is inspected around five times per year on average.

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