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Mr. Mesquite

4875 S Val Vista Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85298
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Mr. Mesquite has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 3, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Mr. Mesquite's latest score of 82 falls below the Gilbert average of 96. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rice and chorizo and eggs hot holding on the preparation line in double pans at internal temperature of 123-130 Employee discarded
3-501.16(A)(1)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed a large buildup of debris on the surface of the hoods above grill. Clean frequently to minimize contamination
4-602.13
82
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 19, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provisions at the hand wash sink located in the restroom. Employee re-stocked paper towels at hand wash sink at time of inspection. Each handwashing sink must be provided with hand drying provisions at all times
6-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked pinto beans with an internal temperature range of 55-63F in a large metal pot over 6 inches deep on a rack in walk-in cooler. Per PIC, the beans were cooked, placed in walk-in cooler the day prior to inspection, and had not been removed from walk-in cooler. The beans was embargoed at the time of inspection. Discussed proper cooling with the PIC. Foods must be cooled from 135F-70F in the first 2 hours and from 70F-41F in the next 4 hours for a total of 6 hours
3-501.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
82
Sep 17, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed trash can used for containing charcoal and ash blocking hand wash sink near the charcoal grill. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. A handwashing sink must be maintained so that it is always accessible for employee use and may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. (3rd consecutive violation)
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee beverages stored above open containers of food in the reach- in cooler. Discussed proper storage of employee beverages and requirements for employee beverages with the PIC. PIC moved employee consumables to the designated area and will retrain on proper eating, drinking, and tobacco use
2-401.11
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mr. Mesquite last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mr. Mesquite on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mr. Mesquite?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mr. Mesquite.

How does Mr. Mesquite compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Mr. Mesquite most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Mr. Mesquite's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mr. Mesquite 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 Mr. Mesquite inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mr. Mesquite is inspected around three times per year on average.

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