Tito's Taco Shop

2650 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85213

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Tito's Taco Shop six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 20, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up four times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Tito's Taco Shop's 82 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 20, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: For the men's room, hand washing station, please provide paper towel. discussed with manager on refill paper towel. manager refilled

6-301.12

Storage-Other Personal Care Items (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed at the food prep. employee water dispenser, a bottle of medicine placed in the food prep. area. utilized department Spanish translation regarding employee health. please ensure employee personal articles are in a designated area. manager removed medicine

7-209.11

Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed facility wet wiping towel in the food prep. grill area, placed on the carboard boxes. discussed with manager to ensure wiping cloth are kept in a sanitizer solution. manager obtained a bucket. chlorine at 50 ppm established. towels were placed in sanitizer

4-901.12

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, no CFPM was on site

2-102.12(A)

Aug 28, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, no CFPM was on site

2-102.12(A)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple wet in-use wiping cloth being stored on the counters and prepping areas out of the sanitizer bucket. PIC removed both cloths from the counter at time of inspection

3-304.14

Apr 16, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 26, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Oct 21, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tito's Taco Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tito's Taco Shop on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tito's Taco Shop?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tito's Taco Shop.

How does Tito's Taco Shop compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Tito's Taco Shop most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Tito's Taco Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tito's Taco Shop have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tito's Taco Shop 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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