Lucky Strike Mesa

1754 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202
Bar / Pub
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Lucky Strike Mesa appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The city-wide average for Mesa sits at 95, putting Lucky Strike Mesa on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: Observed the floor drains and the mop sink with pipes draining into them that did not have a 1-inch air gap. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that the pipes need to be lifted 1-inch above the rim of the drains
5-202.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed Germain cockroaches at the back hand sink near the 3-compartment sink, crawling up after washing hands. Person in charge (PIC) will have a certified pest control specialist come out to eliminate pest problem. Also observed dead cockroaches around the walls throughout the backroom area. Also observed multiple fruit flies near drains and soda storage area. Establishment must be maintained free of pests, and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection
6-501.111(C)
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand sink in the back near the 3-compartment sink and the hand sink behind the bar did not have hand soap 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
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two spray bottles with cleaner in them that did not have a label. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all cleaners and chemicals need a label to reduce risk of chemical contamination. PIC used a marker to write the name on the spray bottles at time of inspection
7-102.11
64
Aug 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a bag of pita bread in the walk-in cooler that had green fuzzy organic matter on it. Person in charge (PIC) voluntarily discarded pita bread at time of inspection. Please see embargo form. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection
3-101.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There were no paper towels at the hand sink near the three-compartment sink at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) restocked the paper towels 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 hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
78
Feb 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed RTE taco meat dated 1/28, hot dogs from 1/29 and soft-cooked TCS bacon from 1/29. Per PIC, all foods had been under refrigeration since preparation. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.18
86
Oct 22, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed a buildup of black and pink organic growth on underside of the ice production area in the ice machine. Per PIC, the machine was cleaned 2 days ago. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Advised PIC to re-clean and ensure all areas are properly cleaned and sanitized
4-602.11(E)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lucky Strike Mesa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lucky Strike Mesa on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Lucky Strike Mesa compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has Lucky Strike Mesa's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lucky Strike Mesa have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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