Soda Rush

9265 E Baseline Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209

Frozen Desserts

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Soda Rush has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 6, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around zero violations to closer to five violations per visit.

That's lower than the typical Mesa restaurant, which scores around 95. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Observed three compartment sink of chlorine sanitizer being actively used. Chlorine test strips were not available upon request. Please obtain prior to 11.14.25

4-302.14

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed organic debris on non-food contact surface of ice cream machine. According to PIC, machine is cleaned once a week. Discussed importance of following proper cleaning guidelines to ensure all contact surfaces are cleaned and sanitized properly

4-602.11(E)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed baby powder spread throughout drive thru window to attempt to eradicate ants. Discussed approved methods for eliminating pests in food establishments. Must clean prior to next routine inspection

6-501.111(A-B,D)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leaking pipes on rinse compartment of three compartment sink. Employees had re-arranged sink to properly wash dishes only using two sinks. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed sticky floors throughout facility. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to ensure floors stay clean. Also observed syrup residue splashed on wall. Please correct prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Jun 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria

Inspector notes: Observed unmarked sanitizer bottle with bleach concentration of more than 200 PPM used to wipe down food contact surfaces. Discussed importance of labeling container and testing sanitizer levels to ensure they are within proper concentration

7-204.11

Dec 4, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Soda Rush last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Soda Rush on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Soda Rush compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Soda Rush most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Soda Rush's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Soda Rush 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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