Filiberto's Mexican Food

1755 W Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Filiberto's Mexican Food has six inspections in the public record. On Mar 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Mesa restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No CFPM present at time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Sep 5, 2025

Routine

6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Covering Receptacles

Inspector notes: The dumpster lid was left open. Maintain closed at all times

5-501.113

Walls and Ceilings, Studs, Joists, and Rafters

Inspector notes: There is an opening (12X10 inches) in the interior wall surface near the rear door. Have the FRP replaced and sealed properly. Also, the are some ceiling panels missing in the corner of the ceiling to the right of the hood. Have the panels installed

6-201.18

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)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: The interior of the ice machine has a slight buildup of organic residue and must be properly cleaned. Clean and maintain clean at all times

4-602.11(E)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There were several damp wiping cloths on the countertops of the kitchen, and the wiping-cloth bucket was not yet made up. Return damp wiping-cloths to the wiping-cloth bucket promptly after using them. Made and checked- okay at 50 ppm Cl2

3-304.14

Closing Toilet Room Doors

Inspector notes: The kitchen restroom door is not self-closing. Install a self-closing device on the restroom door

6-501.19

Jul 8, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: There was a bucket of shredded lettuce blocking the handsink. Also, there was a knife sharpener stored in the handsink. Maintain the handsink ready to be used at all times, without blocking it or storing things in it

5-205.11

Closing Toilet Room Doors

Inspector notes: The restroom door is not self-closing. Install a self-closing device on the restroom door

6-501.19

Covering Receptacles

Inspector notes: The dumpster lids were left open. Maintain dumpster lids closed at all times

5-501.113

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: There were containers of salt, sugar, and flour that were not kept shut. Keep all food items covered or closed when not in use

3-305.11

Apr 1, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed refried beans hot holding on steam table at internal temperature of 125 deg F. Cooked reheated to >165 deg F during inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Oct 15, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed refried beans hot holding on the steam table at internal temperature of 106 deg F. Employee reheated to >165 deg F during inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Large buildup of organic debris on the interior food contact surface of the ice machine. Employee cleaned and sanitized during inspection

4-602.11(E)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Large buildup of grease on ceiling tiles. Clean frequently to minimize contamination

6-501.12

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Improper handwashing procedure (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Kitchen employee rinse hands under running water without using soap. Inspector instructed employee to properly wash hands by lathering for at least 20 seconds. Employee properly washed hands during inspection

2-301.12

Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee washing dishes at the three-compartment sink without using sanitizer. Spanish Liaison instructed employe how to properly set up a threee compartment sink and instructed employees on proper sanitization concentrations

4-702.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Filiberto's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Filiberto's Mexican Food on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Filiberto's Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Filiberto's Mexican Food.

How does Filiberto's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Filiberto's Mexican Food most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mesa average of 95.

Has Filiberto's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Filiberto's Mexican Food have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Filiberto's Mexican Food 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 Filiberto's Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Filiberto's Mexican Food is inspected around four times per year on average.

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