Ume Tea

1832 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202

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License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Ume Tea four times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 3, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Nonfood contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Mesa restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 3, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Large amount of debris on the surface of the vent hoods in back food preparation area above fryer. Clean frequently to minimize contamination

4-602.13

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Lighting very dim for back food preparation area by fryers. Replace light bulbs for adequate lighting

6-303.11

Apr 10, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Brown sugar boba hot holding in a warmer at 112 deg F. A pan containing mochi that is prepared with milk hot holding on counter at internal temperature of 71 deg F. Manager discarded boba and mochi and inspector assisted Manager in preparing a time as a control procedure for boba and mochi

3-501.16(A)(1)

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

Inspector notes: Front employee hand sink did not have paper towels. Manager supplied paper towels during inspection

6-301.12

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

Inspector notes: Large buildup of debris on the surface of the filters above the fryers. Clean frequently to minimize contamination

4-602.13

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: There was no soap or paper towels at the hand wash sink in the back kitchen near the ice machine. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Person in charge (PIC) provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.12

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a jug of Spectracide bug spray under the three-compartment sink. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that pest control chemicals can never be stored at a food establishment and can only be used by a pest-control specialist. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection

7-202.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the ice scoop, including the handle, inside the ice machine. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that ice scoops need to be stored in a way the prevent the handle from touching the ice. PIC moved the ice scoop to the ice bucket at time of inspection. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food or ice, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Nov 25, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ume Tea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ume Tea on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ume Tea?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ume Tea.

How does Ume Tea compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Ume Tea most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Ume Tea's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ume Tea have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ume Tea 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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