Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers, the earliest from 2024. On Jan 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: *3rd Consecutive Violation* Observed soda guns at bar were caked with organic buildup inside of the nozzles. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection
4-602.11(E)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed standing water and spoilage buildup pooling in recessed areas of kitchen floor around closed drainage covers. Observed garbage and other food debris piled up inside of the mop sink and multiple drains in the kitchen area. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, food debris
6-501.12
90
Jan 16, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: No quat test strips were at the establishment at time of inspection. 3-compartment sink was currently in use with no testing device for sanitizer. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed multiple roaches (american cockroach) running around in and out of the drains underneath the rinse sink and dishwasher at the back of the kitchen. Drains were full of garbage. 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. PIC took pictures for the pest control company
6-501.111(C)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: *3rd Consecutive Violation* Observed soda guns at bar were caked with organic buildup inside of the nozzles. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection
4-602.11(E)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed standing water and spoilage buildup pooling in recessed areas of kitchen floor around closed drainage covers. Observed garbage and other food debris piled up inside of the mop sink and multiple drains in the kitchen area. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, food debris
6-501.12
74
Sep 2, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings under soda syrup rack by the mop sink. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. PIC provided invoice from licensed pest control company on current treatment. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. Consecutive repeat: 2nd
6-501.111(C)
90
Aug 11, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink on the cookline with used rags inside the sink and the handwashing sink in the back with bottles of dish soap inside. Handwashing sinks shall be maintained so accessible at all times and not used for other purposes than handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection
5-205.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pizza sauce made with TCS cut tomatoes in a large, covered container deeper than 4" in the walk in cooler at 65-68*F. Per PIC, pizza sauce was made less than 2 hours prior. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. PIC instructed employee to add ice wand and ice as an ingredient at the time of inspection
3-501.15(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build up of organic matter by the shoot of the ice machine. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, they must be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or organic matter. Consecutive repeat: 2nd
4-602.11(E)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed fruit flies by the dishwasher area in the back kitchen, bar and prep area. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and limit pest harborage conditions. All pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Consecutive repeat: 2nd
6-501.111(A-B,D)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed exposed rough concrete flooring in the bar area. 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
6-201.11
70
May 30, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed butter 119*F, marinara sauce with cut tomatoes 122*F, cheese sauce 125*F in the hot holding unit by the cookline. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. PIC stated the food items being improperly hot held had been there for less than 2 hours. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sinks in both restrooms onsite and the handwash sink by the dishwasher have hot water between 81*F-82*F. 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
5-202.12(A)
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two spray bottles of raid pest control in the managers office. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build up of organic matter by the shoot of the ice machine. Observed build up inside the soda gun of brown organic matter. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, they must be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or organic matter
4-602.11(E)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed fruit flies by the dishwasher area in the back kitchen. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and limit pest harborage conditions. All pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist
6-501.111(A-B,D)
64
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed standing water and spoilage buildup pooling in recessed areas of kitchen floor around closed drainage covers. Observed filter-less open vent with dust buildup in the back of the kitchen next to the entrance to the bar area. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, food debris
6-501.12
95
Oct 1, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep cooler with minimum interal ambient temperature of 50F in the bottom compartment. TCS foods stored inside the prep cooler had internal temperatures between 48F -52F. The person in charge discontinued use of the prep cooler and replaced the unit with a working prep cooler at the time of inspection and placed a work order for service
4-301.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop with handle touching ice for consumtion in an ice bin at the bar
3-304.12
86
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers.
How does Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers 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 Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers is inspected around seven times per year on average.
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