Wetzel's Pretzels

6555 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85206

Frozen Desserts

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Wetzel's Pretzels stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 11, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Mesa restaurant scores 95. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 16, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed soda nozzles filled with microbial growth as well as the gourmet ice dispensers. Please clean frequently to prevent contamination

4-602.11(E)

No designated area for employee eating or drinking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee bag stored over a bag of sugar. PIC moved the bag to a designated area to prevent contamination

6-403.11

Apr 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed hot dogs holding 110-130F. Employee stated that they were made 20 minutes prior. The unit was holding 141.9F, captured using inspector's min/max thermometer. The unit doors are opened at almost every customer order. Staff is not monitoring reheating temperatures of the hot dogs due to the lack of a probe thermometer in the establishment. TCS food items must be held at a temperature of at least 135F after being reheated for hot holding

3-501.16(A)(1)

Food thermometer not available or accessible

Inspector notes: Establishment could not provide a probe thermometer to inspector. A probe thermometer is necessary for checking internal temperatures of food being held hot, cold, and reheated. Please provide

4-302.12

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed live German roaches stuck on an open sticky trap on the floor underneath some shelving. Please use only closed bait systems, and contact a certified pest control operator prior to the re-inspection date. Provide records and invoice to inspector by the re-inspection date of 9/16

6-501.111(C)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during ALL hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wetzel's Pretzels last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wetzel's Pretzels on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Wetzel's Pretzels compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Wetzel's Pretzels most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Wetzel's Pretzels' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wetzel's Pretzels have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wetzel's Pretzels 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 Wetzel's Pretzels inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wetzel's Pretzels is inspected around three times per year on average.

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