Water Xpress

730 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ 85203
Other
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Water Xpress has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 5, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

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

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

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 5, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager present during time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build-up of orange organic matter in ice maker and build-up of black organic matter in floor drain and pipes near 3-comp sink. Discussed cleaning at a frequency to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
90
Feb 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Toxic materials not properly labeled (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container made for Talenti gelato stored above 3-component sink labeled "acid" with a yellow liquid inside. Employee on-site was unfamiliar with what was inside container. When manager was called, manager explained that it was acid used to clean the toilet and the original container was no longer on the premises. Explained to manager that hazardous materials and toxic substances shall bear a legible label with information regarding the identity of the material as well as its manufacturer for safety reasons. Container was labeled
7-101.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFPM on site during time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Water Xpress last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Water Xpress on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Water Xpress?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Water Xpress.

How does Water Xpress compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has Water Xpress' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Water Xpress have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Water Xpress means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.