The Trough Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
90
Score
Across the available record, The Trough Bar & Grill has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “toilet rooms, enclosed”, which has been cited five times.
That's lower than the typical Mesa restaurant, which scores around 95. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dried food debris on the backside of the meat slicer blade. All food contact surfaces must be kept clean to sight and touch to prevent bacterial growth. Slicer was cleaned at time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
90
Nov 19, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed large block of ice in walk-in cooler. All cold TCS foods that had been in freezer prior to inspection had thawed to temperatures below 41*f. PIC stated freezer is turned off periodically to allow ice to melt. Please make permanent repairs to unit or consider purchasing upright reach-in freezer to ensure all cold TCS foods remain below 41*f at all times
4-501.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed small plastic cups used to portion food in walk-in cooler. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. Utensils were moved out of food at time of inspection
3-304.12
90
Sep 9, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed missing latch for walk-in cooler door, allowing door to remain open if not properly closed. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: Observed missing hinge to allow door to self close in employee restroom located near beer walk-in cooler. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door. Correct prior to next routine inspection. **REPEAT INSPECTION
6-202.14
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed dim or no lighting in prep area used for slicing deli meats. Onions are stored in same area. The light Intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; **REPEAT VIOLATION 6-304.11 - Core: Mechanical-Ventilation Addl Notes: Observed non functional exhaust fan in employee restroom. Stong sulfur odor is present in restroom. Make repairs prior to next routine inspection
6-303.11
86
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed disconnected pipes underneath handwashing sink closest to dishwashing machine and also underneath prep sink. Please make repairs prior to 9.9.25. All handwashing sinks must be functional to allow employees to wash their hands properly
5-205.15(A)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
Inspector notes: Observed 0 PPM of chlorine sanitizer dispensing from low temperature dishwashing machine
4-501.114(F1-2)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed spaghetti cooling in deep pan more than 4 inches high covered with saran wrap cooling in walk-in cooler
3-501.15(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: No paper towels were available in handwashing sink in bar area. PIC restocked at time of inspection
6-301.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed missing latch for walk-in cooler door, allowing door to remain open if not properly closed. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: Observed missing hinge to allow door to self close in employee restroom located near beer walk-in cooler. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door. Correct prior to next routine inspection. **REPEAT INSPECTION
6-202.14
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed dim or no lighting in prep area used for slicing deli meats. Onions are stored in same area. The light Intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; **REPEAT VIOLATION 6-304.11 - Core: Mechanical-Ventilation Addl Notes: Observed non functional exhaust fan in employee restroom. Stong sulfur odor is present in restroom. Make repairs prior to next routine inspection
6-303.11
52
Apr 22, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: Observed missing hinge to allow door to self close in employee restroom located near beer walk-in cooler. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-202.14
95
Apr 11, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed several fruit flies near beer walk-in cooler area and in bar handwashing sink floor drain area. Discussed cleaning floor drains to prevent breeding of fruit flies. Correct prior to 4.18.25
6-501.111(C)
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: Observed missing hinge to allow door to self close in employee restroom located near beer walk-in cooler. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-202.14
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed dim or no lighting in prep area used for slicing deli meats. Onions are stored in same area. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; **REPEAT VIOLATION
6-303.11
82
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: Observed shredded chicken and ground beef in tightly compacted metal containers more than 4 inches high cooling from previous night with an internal temperature of 47*f
3-501.14
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed several fruit flies near beer walk-in cooler area and in bar handwashing sink area. Discussed cleaning floor drains to prevent breeding of fruit flies. Correct prior to 4.4.25
6-501.111(C)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: No paper towels were available in handwashing sink in bar area. PIC restocked at time of inspection
6-301.12
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed dim or no lighting in prep area used for slicing deli meats. Onions are stored in same area. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; **REPEAT VIOLATION
6-303.11
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: Observed missing hinge to allow door to self close in employee restroom located near beer walk-in cooler. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-202.14
64
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed facility has cooked ground beef on the hot holding unit. temperature at 108-112 degf. showed facility kitchen manager. manager removed the food . per manager just prepared. manager reheated to 165 deg f . please monitor hot holding
3-501.16(A)(1)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
Inspector notes: The facility has an automated low temp dishwasher. checked the machine after final rinse. noted at 0 ppm. manager found sanitizer connected bucket was empty. kitchen manager refilled and serviced the sanitizer line. chlorine at 50 ppm established. corrected
4-501.114(A-E)
Food package damaged or integrity compromised
Inspector notes: Observed in the back food prep. area, some dented cans. (vegetable cans). showed kitchen manager discarded. corrected
3-202.15
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
Inspector notes: Observed insecticide spray can in the back food prep. dishwashing area. manager discarded. use of a designated certified /integrated pesticide company reviewed
7-202.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket in the food prep. with towels in it for wiping. noted at 0 ppm. manager drained and refilled. chlorine at 50 ppm established. corrected
3-304.14
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Bar floors have accumulations of debris, also the hallway just in front of bar walk-in entry has build up. frequency of cleaning reviewed,
4-602.13
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed at the main bar(north bar), soda gun holster clogged. showed manager all removed and cleaned during the inspection time. corrected. also another soda gun near the ice bin has no connection(holster and Tube missing). showed kitchen manager. found an additional soda gun holster at the east bar(no longer in use). manager will utilize and install the soda gun for the main bar. please ensure the soda gun holster is installed to drain into a floor drain and a proper distance (air gap). showed facility manager
5-205.15(B)
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
Inspector notes: Observed employee open beverage cups directly above cutting boards. manager removed. use of a lid and straw /a designated area reviewed, 6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting Addl Notes: Numerous light fixtures in the kitchen, and dishwashing area(5 out of 6 light fixtures in the dishwashing area) not turning on. please replace /repair the burnt bulbs, showed and discussed with kitchen manager
6-403.11
50
Oct 18, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: Observed diced tomatoes and cheddar and pepper jack cheese with organic debris in prep table. Items were dated from 9/22 (3 days prior to inspection) and discussed importance of monitoring temperatures to ensure temperatures remain below 41*F at all times
3-101.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed raw shelled eggs stored directly above deli meats (turkey, roast beef and ham) in reach-in cooler. PIC rearranged items at time of inspection. All raw proteins must be stored below ready to eat foods to prevent cross contamination
3-302.11(A1-2)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels available at handwashing station in bar area
6-301.12
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Menu does not provide disclosure for items that are served undercooked. Must have disclosure by either describing the product as being raw or undercooked (i.e. raw oysters, burgers cooked to order) or by utilizing an asterisk directing them to a footnote that describes the item as being served raw or undercooked. PIC provided asterisks on food items that are served undercooked
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed ice scooper handle directly touching ice
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed missing latch for walk-in cooler door, allowing door to remain open if not properly closed. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
Enclosed System, Sloped to Drain
Inspector notes: Observed several missing floor tiles and accumulation of standing water in floor drain underneath handwashing sink in bar area. Floor drain must be flush to prevent water build up
5-302.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed flat top and reach-in cooler previously used for storing food or cooking food, not in use at time of inspection. Please store all equipment clean, when not in use to prevent pest activity. Clean or replace prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
Ventilation system not cleaned properly
Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulation of grease in hood area. Last hood service documentation was from 2023. Please have hood serviced prior to next routine inspection
6-501.14
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Trough Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Trough Bar & Grill on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Trough Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “toilet rooms, enclosed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Trough Bar & Grill.
How does The Trough Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
The Trough Bar & Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.
Has The Trough Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Trough Bar & Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Trough Bar & Grill 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 Trough Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Trough Bar & Grill is inspected around six times per year on average.
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