Spice Spirit

1955 W Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201

Indian

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Spice Spirit has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 2, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

“Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Spice Spirit's latest score of 100 sits above the Mesa average of 95. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspection History

Feb 2, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 1, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed one large trash bin was placed in front of the hand washing sink in the kitchen and utensils stored inside the hand washing sink, hand washing sink was inaccessible. All hand washing must be accessible at all times. Manager moved the trash can and utensils away from the hand washing sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

Jun 30, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handwashing sinks at bar area and ware washing station. 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. Manager put paper towels at above hand washing sinkS at time of inspection

6-301.12

Apr 10, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the reach in cold unit on the preparation line holding temperature at 51 deg F for bottom of unit and 47.6 deg F for the top portion (according to the min/max thermometer). TCS food items were removed from unit and placed in walk in unit or discarded. Currently there is no TCS food holding in unit. Manager called for repair

4-301.11

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of insecticide stored in dishwashing area. Manager removed from establishment. Pest control must be performed by a licensed pest control operator

7-202.11

Nov 20, 2024

Routine

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

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw beef stored above pickled vegetables in one of the reach in units. Cook placed beef on bottom shelf of reach in unit

3-302.11(A1-2)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two of the employee hand sinks in the food preparation area blocked by carts and dishes and utensils in the sinks. Employee removed all items from front and inside of sinks

5-205.11

Handwashing done in improper location (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee washing hands under the sprayer in the three-compartment sink. Chinese liaison instructed employee the proper procedure of hand washing. Employee then properly washed hands at employee hand sink during inspection

2-301.15

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Numerous items in employee bathroom not needed for operation and maintenance of establishment. Remove items not needed

6-501.114

Jul 24, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cook place garnish on customer soup with bare hands. Chinese Liaison instructed employee to discard soup prepare fresh and use tongs or other implements when garnishing soup

3-301.11(B)

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of insecticide in dishwashing area. Owner placed in personal vvehicle during inspection

7-202.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Spice Spirit last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Spice Spirit on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Spice Spirit?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Spice Spirit.

How does Spice Spirit compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Spice Spirit most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Spice Spirit's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Spice Spirit have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Spice Spirit 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 Spice Spirit inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Spice Spirit is inspected around four times per year on average.

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