Morning Glory Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Morning Glory Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. On Mar 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition”, which has been cited two times.
Morning Glory Restaurant's latest score of 78 falls below the Mesa average of 95. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken noodle soup and cream cheese frosting in the walk-in dated 3/9. Observed mayo sauce made with mayo that states "refrigerate after opening" dated 2/27. All ready-to-eat, TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) 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). All items were discarded at time of inspection
3-501.18
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cut watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon in the top of the cooler on the line with internal temperatures ranging from 50-53*F when measured with a probe thermometer. According to person in charge, melon was cut about an hour prior and placed in the unit. Observed crab meat in the bottom of the cooler on the cook line with an internal temperature of 55-60*F. According to PIC, crab was thawed under running water and placed in the unit. Discussed cooling all TCS foods after prep and thawing in the walk-in until the internal temperature is 41*F before placing in coolers on the line. Melon and crab were moved to the walk-in with lids removed to cool at time of inspection
3-501.15(A)
78
Nov 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Observed immitation crab, pico de gallo, chicken noodle soup, ham without a date stored in prep table. According to PIC, items were prepped 4 days prior to inspection report and were date marked at time of inspection
3-501.17
90
Sep 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Improper handwashing procedure
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee wash hands while wearing gloves. PIC was instructed to remove gloves when washing hands
2-301.12
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed chilli cooling in deep plastic container with lid on in walk-in cooler
3-501.15(A)
78
May 7, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed corn beef 4/20, hard boiled eggs 4/20, sliced ham 4/18 in reach-in cooler more than 7 days past discard date
3-501.18
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tempered water at the hand washing sink near grill found at 70*F. Maintain 100F tempered water at all hand washing sinks equipped with a tempering valve. Must repair prior to 5.8.25 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Addl Notes: No hand towels available at hand washing sink near grill area - maintain single-use hand towels at all hand washing sinks
5-202.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed A/C vent leaking water, when in use. Make repairs prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
74
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulation of dried up deli meat debris on food contact surfaces of deli slicer. According to PIC, deli slicer had not been used within the last day and was disassembled to be properly cleaned. Discussed food code requirements for cleaning frequency on TCS food contact surfaces
4-602.11(A-D)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed beef tamales cooling at room temperature in a sheet pan with an internal temperature of 108*F. According to PIC, tamales had been removed from stove 30 minutes prior to inspection. Tamales were moved to walk-in cooler to rapidly chill. Discussed approved cooling methods and provided cooling method guidance document
3-501.15(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Observed roman tomatoes, cooked sausage, ham, sauerkraut, stored in reach-in cooler without a date. According to PIC, all items were prepared on 12/1/24 and dated at time of inspection. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Certification for current person in charge was not available upon request. All food handling employees did not have food handlers cards. Please obtain within 30 days upon hire
2-102.12(A)
67
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: Observed cooked gravy with an internal temperature of 110*F cooling on countertop for 3 hours. PIC was instructed to discard. Discussed
3-501.14
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed broken faucet handles in men and womens restroom. PIC, had purchased new faucets and were waiting to install. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection. Both faucets were operable at time of inspection
6-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Employee in charge did not have managers certification available at time of inspection. Please obtain within 90 days
2-102.12(A)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several towels throughout establishment being stored outside of sanitizer bucket. Please maintain towels in sanitizer bucket when not in use
3-304.14
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Morning Glory Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Morning Glory Restaurant on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Morning Glory Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Morning Glory Restaurant.
How does Morning Glory Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
Morning Glory Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.
Has Morning Glory Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Morning Glory Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Morning Glory Restaurant 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 Morning Glory Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Morning Glory Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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