In the Zone

1163 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210

Other

License: Food Establishment - Retail Food

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at In the Zone stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.

Compared to the broader Mesa restaurant scene, where the average is 95, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 10, 2026

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Conveying Sewage

Inspector notes: Observed a floor drain next to the walk-in cooler that was filled with liquid. The cooler is draining into the floor drain with about 1-2 inches before overflow might occur. All other drains and floor drains are draining properly. Please have a plumber come out and clear the line before re-inspection

5-402.13

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There was no hand soap at the hand sink in the back room 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. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.11

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed gallon milk in the reach-in cooler directly on the ground. Employee got crates to lift them off the ground at time of inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises

3-307.11

Sep 22, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2024

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Please obtain a certified food manager fr the establishment. facility manager was not present. spoke to manager via phone. available resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed

2-102.12(A)

Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair

Inspector notes: In front of the store, dumpster lids left open. also the lids in disrepair, torn. please repair or replace. discussed with facility manager via phone

5-501.111

Nov 25, 2024

Reinspection

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: This establishment has chlorine sanitizer on site but only has quat test strips. Spoke to manager. Please obtain chlorine sanitizer test strip. Manager will place an order

4-302.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Please obtain a certified food manager fr the establishment. facility manager was not present. spoke to manager via phone. available resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed

2-102.12(A)

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Please obtain a covered trash receptacle for the employee/on site unisex restroom. spoke to manager via phone

5-501.17

Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair

Inspector notes: In front of the store, dumpster lids left open. also the lids in disrepair, torn. please repair or replace. discussed with facility manager via phone

5-501.111

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: This establishment has chlorine sanitizer on site. spoke to manager. please obtain chlorine sanitizer test strip. manager will place an order

4-302.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Please obtain a certified food manager fr the establishment. facility manager was not present. spoke to manager via phone. available resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed

2-102.12(A)

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Please obtain a covered trash receptacle for the employee/on site unisex restroom. spoke to manager via phone

5-501.17

Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair

Inspector notes: In front of the store, dumpster lids left open. also the lids in disrepair, torn. please repair or replace. discussed with facility manager via phone

5-501.111

Jul 5, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

5-501.17

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was In the Zone last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at In the Zone on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at In the Zone?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at In the Zone.

How does In the Zone compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

In the Zone most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has In the Zone's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at In the Zone have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at In the Zone 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 In the Zone inspected?

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

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