Saguaro Lake Ranch

13020 N Bush Hwy, Mesa, AZ 85215
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Saguaro Lake Ranch has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Apr 1, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

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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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Protection from Unapproved Additives
Inspector notes: Observed "pink nitrate salt" stored in facility without approved variance. Please remove from establishment or submit for a variance to get approval
3-302.14
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: Observed personal items stored directly above bread on cooling rack. Please designate an area for personal items to be stored to prevent contamination
2-401.11
82
May 30, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed cooked pinto beans stored on stove top with an internal temperature of 110*f. PIC stated beans had been turned off less than 30 minutes prior to inspection and were re-heated to 165*f at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed roast beef 5/22 , pickled jalapenos 5/21 made in house, salsa 5/23, ginger chow chow 5/21 ( with cabbage) stored in reach-in cooler for more than 7 days
3-501.18
74
Jan 15, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 20, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
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Nov 13, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Observed salsa containers in upright reach in cooler with a date of 10/25 and 10/28- (several days past discard date). PIC discarded at time of inspection
3-501.18
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Saguaro Lake Ranch last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Saguaro Lake Ranch on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Saguaro Lake Ranch?

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 Saguaro Lake Ranch.

How does Saguaro Lake Ranch compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Saguaro Lake Ranch most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Saguaro Lake Ranch's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Saguaro Lake Ranch have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Saguaro Lake Ranch means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.