Target

1135 S Gilbert Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Meat Market

Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show five inspections at Target stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 5, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Among Mesa restaurants, the typical score is 95; Target is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 5, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 3, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Proper positioning, shelf allocation for raw eggs and raw poultry reviewed with staff on duty. in the facility back room walk-in cooler, noted packaged raw turkey, placed atop steaks. also some raw eggs placed above raw meats. manager showed staff. all relocated to a designated schematic marked shelf

3-302.11(A1-2)

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

Inspector notes: Observed at the handwashing basin, paper towel dispenser was empty. discussed with manager. manager obtained paper towels and serviced the paper towel dispensers. corrected

6-301.12

Warewashing equipment not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed the three compartment basins and drying boards, covered with articles, as well as organic build up. please ensure the 3 compartment basins are scrubbed and cleaned on a routine basis. frequency of cleaning for the ware washing area reviewed with manager on duty

4-501.14

Jun 2, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 4, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed concentrated chemicals stored in the sanitizer basin. discussed chemical storage with facility manager on duty. all removed. manager cleaned the basin. corrected

7-201.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the three compartment basins and the prep. basin had organic accumulation/debris. showed manager. frequency of cleaning reviewed. cleaned and sanitized, debris and articles are discarded. corrected

4-602.13

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Prep. sink has separated from the FRP paneling, please reinstall and seal the basin to wall juncture. manager will place a work order

6-201.13

Jul 11, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Target last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Target on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Target compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has Target's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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