French Toast Cafe

7641 E Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited French Toast Cafe four times, with records going back to 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 8, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The pattern that stands out is “food storage - preventing contamination from the premises”, which has been cited 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

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food in the freezer on the floor. Please ensure all food and food related products are stored 6 inches off the floor to prevent contamination

3-305.11

Sep 4, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Hands not washed when required

Inspector notes: Observed employee crack shelled egg and proceed to continue preparing food without first washing hands. PIC was instructed to wash hands and did so. Discussed opportunities to wash hands when changing tasks or handling raw foods to prevent contamination. Also discussed purchasing clear plastic gloves as an alternative to eliminate contamination

2-301.14

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Observed boxes of raw shelled eggs stored directly above shredded cheese, lettuce and berries in walk-in cooler. Also observed raw pork stored above gravy in walk-in cooler. PIC re-arranged items at time of inspection. Discussed designating a shelf for shelled eggs

3-302.11(A1-2)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed boxes of ground coffee and gravy mix stored directly on floor. Please keep all food 6 inches above floor level to prevent contamination. Also observed several boxes of food in walk-in freezer. Food was re-arranged at time of inspection

3-305.11

May 30, 2025

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Employee with Certified food protection manager was not present at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Obtain prior to next routine inspection

2-102.12(A)

May 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Observed raw beef stored above roast beef and raw chorizo stored above shredded cheese in walk-in cooler. Discussed importance of proper storage or raw foods below ready to eat foods to prevent contamination. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Also discussed re-arranging walk-in cooler to organize all raw foods in one designated area

3-302.11(A1-2)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handwashing station next to grill area. PIC obtained paper towels at time of inspection

6-301.12

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed make table holding ambient air temperature of 48-51*f in various places. PIC made a service call at time of inspection. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Will re-inspect on 6.3.25

4-301.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

Inspector notes: Observed several employee personal items and beverages stored throughout the kitchen. Please designate an area for personal items to be stored

2-401.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was French Toast Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at French Toast Cafe on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at French Toast Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food storage - preventing contamination from the premises” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at French Toast Cafe.

How does French Toast Cafe compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

French Toast Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mesa average of 95.

Has French Toast Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at French Toast Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at French Toast Cafe 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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