Salvadoreno Restaurant

303 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Salvadoreno Restaurant appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. On Feb 11, 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, “floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to other Mesa restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed cooked rice and chicken tamales being hot help but having internal temperatures of 110-125*F. Person in charge states these foods were placed to hot help less than an hour prior to the inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Dec 12, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Some raw beef at 35 degrees F was thawing in cold water in the food-prep sink, but without being under cold-running water. The manager then put the meat in a container and put it under cold-running water

3-501.13

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Two sacks of beans were stored directly on the floor in the storage area. Do not store food items directly on the floor

3-305.11

Jun 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 3, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed perforated acoustic ceiling tiles over kitchen and back prep areas above the ice machine and coolers. Observed flooring worn to aggregate in kitchen beneath the 3 comp sink. Observed a section of wall behind the food prep sink that has completely eroded through the drywall. Observed organic growth on the drywall. All floors, walls, and ceiling must be smooth and easily cleanable. Advised PIC to add FRP, stainless steel or equivalent to the wall to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Remove eroded drywall, replace and provide FRP or equivalent to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Must repair prior to next routine inspection

6-201.11

Ventilation system not cleaned properly

Inspector notes: Observed dust surrounding the overhead vents in the kitchen. Clean ceiling prior to the next routine inspection and maintain cleaned

6-501.14

Nov 7, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed perforated acoustic ceiling tiles over kitchen and back prep areas above the ice machine and coolers. Observed flooring worn to aggregate in kitchen beneath the 3 comp sink. All floors, walls, and ceiling must be smooth and easily cleanable. Advised PIC to add FRP, stainless steel or equivalent to the wall to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Must repair prior to next routine inspection

6-201.11

Aug 9, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed perforated acoustic ceiling tiles over kitchen and back prep areas above the ice machine and coolers. Observed flooring worn to aggregate in kitchen beneath the 3 comp sink. All floors, walls, and ceiling must be smooth and easily cleanable. Advised PIC to add FRP, stainless steel or equivalent to the wall to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Must repair prior to next routine inspection

6-201.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salvadoreno Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Salvadoreno Restaurant on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Salvadoreno Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Salvadoreno Restaurant.

How does Salvadoreno Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Salvadoreno Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Salvadoreno Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Salvadoreno Restaurant 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 Salvadoreno Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Salvadoreno Restaurant is inspected around five times per year on average.

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