Zola Cultural Kitchen

6209 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85205
African
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Zola Cultural Kitchen stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 4, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Mesa average 95, so Zola Cultural Kitchen is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Dec 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 2, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 25, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM. Please have at least one CFPM present during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
May 22, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration
Inspector notes: Observed
4-703.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored inside of the hand sink located near the register. Also observed no paper towels at the hand sink located by the back door of the kitchen. PIC placed paper towels at the sink. Hand sinks must be supplied with hand drying provisions at all times. **1st repeat violation
5-205.11
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken wings stored in a large container over 6 inches and covered. PIC placed the wings in two containers and left them uncovered. Also observed couscous cooling, covered in the prep table at 72F. PIC uncovered the product and moved it to the walk-in refrigerator
3-501.15(A)
70
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 0 ppm bleach at dishwasher. Facility had an empty bleach container. Manager obtained more bleach, and set the 3 compartment sink up. Ensure there is 50-100 ppm bleach in the sanitize step at the dishwash area
4-501.114(A-E)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mop bucket is stored in front of the hand sink in the kitchen area. Manager removed the bucket. Ensure that all hand sinks are open and accessible
5-205.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zola Cultural Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zola Cultural Kitchen on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zola Cultural Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zola Cultural Kitchen.

How does Zola Cultural Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Zola Cultural Kitchen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Zola Cultural Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zola Cultural Kitchen have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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