The Local Caterer

3215 S Sossaman Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212
Catering
License: Food Establishment - Food Catering
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at The Local Caterer stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near zero violations per visit across recent inspections.

Among Mesa restaurants, the typical score is 95; The Local Caterer is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed pre-portioned meals with grilled chicken, green beans and rice with an internal temperature of 122*F in upright warmer. PIC stated food had been in warmer for less than 1 hour would be served within 1 hour. Discussed options for using time as a control for food safety or increasing temperature of upright warmer
3-501.16(A)(1)
86
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 23, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed lettuce, pasta salad, potatoe salad, and meatballs cooling in walk-in cooler enclosed in saran wrap. PIC removed plastic at time of inspection. When cooling please leave uncovered until temperature reaches 41*f to allow proper air flow
3-501.15(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed syrup spill on floor and grease build up behind grill area and fryer. Please clean prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Local Caterer last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Local Caterer on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does The Local Caterer compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has The Local Caterer's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Local Caterer have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Local Caterer 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 The Local Caterer inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Local Caterer is inspected around four times per year on average.