Omg! Hookah

1916 W Baseline Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202
Other
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 18, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk Grade: C

The health department has logged six inspections at Omg! Hookah, the earliest from 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 18, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up six times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Omg! Hookah's 61 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 18, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: Under the three-compartment sink there are (3) pipes extended below the floor sink/drain. Discussed contamination risk with the Person in charge (PIC). PIC stated they will have it corrected by re-inspection. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-202.13
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a gallon of Spectricide pest control spray in the back room near the three-comp sink. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that pest control can only be applied by a certified pest control specialist and cannot be stored onsite. PIC threw the spray in the dumpster. 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
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed live, Germain cockroaches under the sink behind the bar area. Also observed them in the three-compartment sink. Also observed flies in the back. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that they need a certified pest control specialist. 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)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: There was no sanitizer test strips at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) will order chlorine sanitizer test strip by re-inspection. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
61
Aug 28, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 27, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There were no paper towels at the hand sink at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) provided 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
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no label on a bottle of window cleaner at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) used a marker to write the name on the bottle at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that all cleaners and chemicals need a name to reduce risk of contamination
7-102.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: There was no bleach or test strips available at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) shall have a way to sanitize dishes and surfaces. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
70
Mar 10, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFPM onsite at the 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)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed "Dubai Chocolate" the PIC stated was from a permitted facility without proper labeling. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3) -(5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 -Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling; and (7) for any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: No self-closing door observed on the men's and women's restroom doors that open directly into food prep or foodservice areas. Provide a self-closing and self-latching mechanism prior to the next routine inspection
6-202.14
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Replace the single perforated ceiling tile above the bar with a smooth, washable ceiling tile. 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
82
Feb 24, 2025
Reinspection
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have a probe thermometer onsite to verify food holding temperatures. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection
4-302.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: No sanitizer test strips onsite. PIC stated they are using chlorine sanitizer and ran out yesterday. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Sanitizing using high temperature warewashing machines requires an irreversible measuring device to ensure food contact surfaces reach 160°F. Provide approved irreversible measuring device prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFPM onsite at the 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)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed "Dubai Chocolate" the PIC stated was from a permitted facility without proper labeling. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3) -(5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 -Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling; and (7) for any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: No self-closing door observed on the men's and women's restroom doors that open directly into food prep or foodservice areas. Provide a self-closing and self-latching mechanism prior to the next routine inspection
6-202.14
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Replace the single perforated ceiling tile above the bar with a smooth, washable ceiling tile. 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
67
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: No sanitizer test strips onsite. PIC stated they are using chlorine sanitizer and ran out yesterday. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Sanitizing using high temperature warewashing machines requires an irreversible measuring device to ensure food contact surfaces reach 160°F. Provide approved irreversible measuring device prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at the hand sink in the warewashing area or men's restroom. 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
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an opened gallon of milk with no date mark. Per PIC, the milk was opened 2/1. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked 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)
3-501.17
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have a probe thermometer onsite to verify food holding temperatures. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection
4-302.12
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed "Dubai Chocolate" the PIC stated was from a permitted facility without proper labeling. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3) -(5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 -Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling; and (7) for any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: No self-closing door observed on the men's and women's restroom doors that open directly into food prep or foodservice areas. Provide a self-closing and self-latching mechanism prior to the next routine inspection
6-202.14
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Replace the single perforated ceiling tile above the bar with a smooth, washable ceiling tile. 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
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFPM onsite at the 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)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Omg! Hookah last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Omg! Hookah on file is from Apr 18, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Omg! Hookah?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Omg! Hookah.

How does Omg! Hookah compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Omg! Hookah most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Omg! Hookah's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Omg! Hookah have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Omg! Hookah means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.