Parilla Los Picos

1542 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Parilla Los Picos has been inspected seven times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Mesa restaurant scene, where the average is 95, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 13, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 6, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee leave kitchen area then return to kitchen area witht gloved hands and continue food prep without removing gloves and washing hands. Observed employee place dirty dishes into dishwasher then immediately begin to put away clean dishes without washing hands. Instructed employees and PIC on proper handwashing procedures and when to wash hands. Employees washed hands at the time of the visit

2-301.14

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

Inspector notes: Observed large plastic containers of red salsa at 45-46*F, green chile at 46-47*F, Pasole at 45-50*F and chile rojo 50*F with make dates of 2/5/2026. According to PIC foods had been made the previous day and had been in walk in refrigerator overnight. Foods were embargoed at time. Discussed proper cooling methods with PIC

3-501.14

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several spray bottles with blue liquid hanging under sink in kitchen area. PIC stated the liquid was soapy water. Instructed PIC to properly label containers at the time

7-102.11

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no written policy for clean up of vomitus and diarrheal procedures. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Electronic copy of MCESD clean up procedures were provided at the time. Corrected at time of inspection

2-501.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed live drain flies in flood drain next to soda machine. Must obtain pest control prior to re-inspection on 2/13/2026 to eliminate live drain fly issue. 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 on 2-13-2026

6-501.111(C)

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed one of the reach in cold units on the preparation line holding temperature at 47.4 deg F (according to the min/max thermometer). TCS food items holding out of temperature was discarded or redirected to alternate units. Currently there is no TCS food items cold holding in unit. Owner will repair if needed

4-301.11

Jun 5, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket with chlorine sanitizer that is used for food contact surfaces (according to the manager) at a concentration of >200 ppm. Employee prepared fresh and adjusted the sanitizer to within the required concentration

7-202.12(A-B)

Feb 5, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed flan prepared at establishment with a preparation date of 1/27/2025. This exceeds the date from date of seven-day discard. Owner discarded flan during inspection

3-501.18

Nov 18, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 8, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed salsa prepared with cooked tomatoes and chili with a preparation date of 6/28/2024. This exceeds the seven days from date of preparation. Manager discarded salsa

3-501.18

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Parilla Los Picos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Parilla Los Picos on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Parilla Los Picos?

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 Parilla Los Picos.

How does Parilla Los Picos compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Parilla Los Picos most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Parilla Los Picos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Parilla Los Picos have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Parilla Los Picos 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 Parilla Los Picos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Parilla Los Picos is inspected around four times per year on average.

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