La Mejor Bakery

5819 S 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Bakery
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, La Mejor Bakery has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 97, putting La Mejor Bakery squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a large hole (1ft x 1ft) directly above the drying rack connected to the 3-comp sink at time of inspection, rendering the area neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. Per PIC, this occurred due to rainfall during a recent monsoon. Discussed the importance of repairing the ceiling so that it is smooth and easily cleanable and to prevent pest harborage conditions. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95
Apr 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 4, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed cracked/missing tiles throughout establishment, rendering the area neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95
Sep 23, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Mejor Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Mejor Bakery on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Mejor Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Mejor Bakery.

How does La Mejor Bakery compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

La Mejor Bakery most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has La Mejor Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Mejor Bakery have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Mejor Bakery means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.