Rositas Fine Mexican Food

2023 W Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Food Catering

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Rositas Fine Mexican Food seven times, with records going back to 2024. On Mar 17, 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.

“System maintained in good repair” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Mesa restaurant scores 95. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

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

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chlorine chemical dishwasher in use with 0ppm of chlorine. PIC tried to prime machine and was unsuccessful. PIC switched to three compartment sink until dishwashing machine gets fixed. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels

4-501.114(F1-2)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed mop sink by the office not draining properly. Discussed with PIC all plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. PIC called a plumber at time of inspection

5-205.15(B)

Jun 25, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the left wall of the mop sink to have holes and water damage causing the paint to peel off the walls around the drainage pipe and faucet inlets. Informed PIC that the wall needs to be repaired so that the holes are closed and damage is gone. Informed PIC that the wall should be repaired so that it is nonabsorbent, smooth, and easily cleanable. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. 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

6-501.11

May 7, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Ventilation Hood Systems, Drip Prevention

Inspector notes: Observed missing, separated or hanging caulking along the fixed parts of the ventilation system. Discussed with PIC to replace with high temperature caulking to all fixed parts of the ventilation system to prevent accumulation of grease, dripping and contamination of food

4-204.11

Feb 18, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Single-use articles reused

Inspector notes: Observed several large buckets originally used for sour cream, currently being used for seasoning, salsas and dried foods. Discussed with PIC Single use containers are not designed to be washed and reused for food storage. PIC discussed utilizing food grade bags or phasing out the use of the large containers

4-502.13(A)

Dec 3, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed front double door propped open. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. PIC closed doors at time of inspection

6-202.15

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

Aug 6, 2024

Routine

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

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: >>>Observed hand wash sink on the server line, next to the kitchen wooden door entrance and exit, without soap. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) requirements for 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 soap for handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: >>>Observed hand wash sink in the kitchen next to the wooden doors on the server line without cold water. Water temperature exceeds 100*F. There is other adequate handwashing sink available at the other end of the server line available as well. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rositas Fine Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rositas Fine Mexican Food on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rositas Fine Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rositas Fine Mexican Food.

How does Rositas Fine Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Rositas Fine Mexican Food most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Rositas Fine Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rositas Fine Mexican Food have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rositas Fine Mexican Food 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 Rositas Fine Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rositas Fine Mexican Food is inspected around four times per year on average.

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