Smashburger

6807 E Baseline Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Smashburger, the earliest from 2024. On Apr 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to three violations.

Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Mesa restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Cross connection present or not corrected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed mop sink faucet with an AVB (atmospheric vacuum breaker) connected to a chemical dispenser with the water turned on continuously. A chemical dispenser cannot be connected to an AVB to prevent the AVB from breaking down and failing. Faucet was turned off and connection was removed

5-205.12(A)

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

Inspector notes: Observed chili and cheese sauce with internal temperatures of 112-115*F when measured with a probe thermometer. Chili and cheese had been in hot holding steamer for less than 2 hours and was reheated to 165*F at time of inspection. Steamer had been accidentally set to low and was turned up. All hot held TCS foods must maintain internal temperatures of 135*F and above

3-501.16(A)(1)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: **repeat violation** Observed ice cream scoops in hot well in 70*F water. All utensils stored in water must be stored in water that is 135*F and above. Please ensure well keeps water at 135*F and above

3-304.12

Sep 19, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed cook check the internal temperature of crispy chicken using a thermometer that had dried up food debris. PIC sanitized the thermometer at the time of inspection. Discussed proper sanitization of food contact surfaces. Discussed the importance of properly sanitizing the thermometer and other food contact surfaces to prevent cross contamination

4-602.11(A-D)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed several boxes of food stored directly on floor in walk-in freezer

3-305.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed ice cream scooper and other utensils stored in murky water in conservewell near handwashing station

3-304.12

Apr 17, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation

Inspector notes: Observed 0 PPM of chlorine sanitizer being dispensed from mechanical warewashing machine actively being used

4-501.114(F1-2)

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

Inspector notes: Observed melted butter stored on stove top in double pan with an internal temperature of 109*f. According to PIC, melted butter is placed on grilltop when in use and set aside when not in use, causing a fluctuation in temperature

3-501.16(A)(1)

Warewashing Equipment, Cleaning Agents (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no rinse aid or detergent available in mechanical warewashing machine. PIC, replaced at time of inspection

4-501.17

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee beverage stored above prep table, while actively prepping lettuce

2-401.11

Oct 29, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Protective Cover or Device

Inspector notes: Observed sewer clean out without a cap in mop area and underneath 3 compartment sink. Please replace caps prior to next routine inspection

5-303.12

Oct 24, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 23, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 22, 2024

Food Immediate Suspension

1 critical violation.

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Operations not ceased when imminent health hazard present

Inspector notes: Observed floor drains overflowing and conveying sewage in kitchen, prep area and warewashing area. Facility was handling and serving open foods at time of inspection and remained opened to public. Operator was instructed to discontinue operations until further notice. Operator had 'Masterline Facilities' on site at time of inspection and provided grease trap cleaning services conducted on February 9, 2024, last date of service. Please contact health department when repairs are completed, and all violations have been remedied. Red Closed sign was posted on front door

8-404.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smashburger last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smashburger on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Smashburger?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Smashburger.

How does Smashburger compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Smashburger most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Smashburger's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Smashburger have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Smashburger means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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