Mesquite Fresh Street Mex

1222 S Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

The health department has logged five inspections at Mesquite Fresh Street Mex, the earliest from 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Compared to other Mesa restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed large bucket of salsa in the walk-in cooler with an internal temperature of 48*F when measured with a probe thermometer. According to person in charge, salsa was prepared the previous day. All TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods must be cooled from 135*F-70*F within 2 hours, and from 70*F-41*F in the next 4 hours, for a total of 6 hours. Discussed cooling in shallow pans, using ice wands in large tubs, and taking temperatures throughout the cooling process to ensure time and temp parameters are met. Salsa was discarded at time of inspection

3-501.14

Oct 8, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed barbacoa cooling in hot case with an internal temperature of 107*F. According to PIC, barbacoa had been previously left out at room temp to cool down prior to placing in hot case

3-501.15(A)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Observed raw chorizo stored directly above beverages in walk-in cooler. PIC rearranged chorizo to bottom shelf at time of inspection

3-302.11(A3-8)

Jun 18, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed some black buildup on the inside of the soda nozzles. All food contact surfaces must be kept clean to sight and touch. Discussed scrubbing nozzles with a brush to remove buildup

4-602.11(E)

Feb 27, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 21, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria

Inspector notes: Observed more than 200 PPM of chlorine sanitizer dispensing from sanitizer compartment. Please have chemical adjusted to be within range of 50-100PPM

7-204.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Observed quat test strips available for testing sanitizer solution. Chlorine solution is being used and didn't have proper test strips available at time of inspection. Please obtain prior to 2.27

4-302.14

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed several boxes of raw meat stored directly on floor of walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises

3-305.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed scissors stored directly in raw meat (beef and chicken) bins.In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

Inspector notes: Observed personal items stored throughout establishment. Please maintain a straw and lid on all beverages and store in designated areas away from preparation to prevent contamination

2-401.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mesquite Fresh Street Mex last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mesquite Fresh Street Mex on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Mesquite Fresh Street Mex compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Mesquite Fresh Street Mex most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Mesquite Fresh Street Mex's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mesquite Fresh Street Mex have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mesquite Fresh Street Mex means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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