Republica Empanada

204 E 1st Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Republica Empanada stretching back to 2024. On Apr 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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.

Looking across the full record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Mesa restaurants, the typical score is 95; Republica Empanada is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 19, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed small container of French fries sitting on a top shelf at internal temperature of 67 deg F and observed shredded chicken hot holding in kettle style hot holding unit at internal temperature of 118 deg F. Manager was unsure how long food items had been holding out of temperature control and discarded

3-501.16(A)(1)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: PIC was unable to provide proof of certified food service manager. Obtain certification and leave at establishment

2-102.12(A)

Oct 9, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 30, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

Inspector notes: Back employee hand sink only dispensing hot water cold water faucet is in disrepair and unable to access cold water from valve under hand sink. Repair to provide both hot and cold water

5-202.12(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Sanitizer strips were not available for testing quat sanitizer for the sanitizer buckets. Provide quat sanitizer strips

4-302.14

May 19, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Buildup of debris on surface of vent hoods above fryers. Clean frequently to minimize contamination

4-602.13

Dec 18, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of insecticide stored along with other chemicals in mop sink and chemical storage area. Manager discarded the insecticide. Spoke with manager regarding pest control and the restriction and use of insecticide. Pest control must be performed by a licensed pest control operator

7-202.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed gasket of walk-in in disrepair. Gasket was coming off of the side of the door and was cracked in various places and held by duct tape. Discussed the importance of maintaining the gaskets of the walk-in and having it repaired, especially before the summer. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Reach in unit that mainly holds Empanadas holding temperature at 56 deg F (according to the min/max thermometer) TCS food items holding in unit was discarded or redirected to alternate units. Manager called for repair. Currently there is not TCS food holding in unit

4-301.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed door gasket in disrepair for walk in cold unit. Replace gasket for proper cooling

4-501.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed a large buildup of organic debris on the food contact surface of the ice machine. Clean frequently to minimize contamination

4-602.11(E)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Republica Empanada last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Republica Empanada on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Republica Empanada?

Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Republica Empanada.

How does Republica Empanada compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Republica Empanada most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Republica Empanada's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Republica Empanada have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Republica Empanada 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 Republica Empanada inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Republica Empanada is inspected around four times per year on average.

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