Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer

354 N Country Club Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer stretching back to 2024. On Apr 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Mesa restaurant scene, where the average is 95, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the front reach in cold unit holding temperature at 47.6 deg F (according to the min/max thermometer) TCS food items cold holding in unit was discarded or redirected to alternate units. Currently there is no TCS food items holding in unit Owner will call for repair
4-301.11
90
Jun 18, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 0 ppm for chlorine sanitizer in the three-compartment sink with dishes in the sanitizer compartment. Manager removed dishes rewashed and adjusted sanitizer to the required 50-100 ppm
4-703.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Reach in unit in the food preparation area holding temperature at 48.2 deg F. (according to the min/max thermometer). TCS food items was removed from unit and placed in alternate cold units. Manager will for repair
4-301.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed hood above grill area with buildup of organic debris. Clean frequently to minimize contamination
4-602.13
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer?

Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer.

How does Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer 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 Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Higher Grounds Roaster/Retailer is inspected around two times per year on average.