The Learning Experience

430 W Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210
School / Childcare
License: Food Establishment - Daycare Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk Grade: B

Across the available record, The Learning Experience has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Mar 11, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which The Learning Experience's 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hummus with 2-17 date mark and penne pasta item with 2-23 date mark in the reach in cooler. PIC discarded both items-see embargo form. Ensure that ready to eat PHF/TCS foods are properly date marked for use within seven days and are disposed of when date mark/expiration date has been surpassed
3-501.18
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple melted bowls with holes in the sides in the clean storage area. Employee removed the bowls to be discarded. Ensure that food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils are in good condition and smooth and easily cleanable
4-202.11
Food Storage, Prohibited Areas
Inspector notes: Oranges, oats, muffins, and cereal stored directly under the handwash sink and directly next it exposed to splashing. The PIC stated that all items would be relocated to proper location. Ensure that food stored is not stored under non-shielded sewer lines, leaking water lines, or other sources of contamination
3-305.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: *FOURTH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections
2-102.12(A)
70
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
May 16, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Learning Experience last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Learning Experience on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Learning Experience?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Learning Experience.

How does The Learning Experience compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has The Learning Experience's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Learning Experience have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is The Learning Experience inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Learning Experience is inspected around three times per year on average.