La Mesa Doral

7575 Nw 12 St, Miami, FL 33126
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
37
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, La Mesa Doral has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near nine violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so La Mesa Doral trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork stored in the walk in cooler without a date mark. As per operator food was prepared 2 days before the inspection. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located near the dishwasher area. During the inspection employee employee provided a new paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at the bar.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed most of the reach in coolers and reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Buildup of food soil residue on equipment door handles, throughout the kitchen areas.
23-24-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna fish and snapper fish fillets stored in walk in cooler in reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. During the inspection employee removed items from packaging. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork stored in walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, through the kitchen areas.
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
37
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: Ceiling/ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the establishment. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
86
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice and beans (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pork belly (46F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked red beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork chunks (47F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); corn tamales (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice and beans (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pork belly (46F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked red beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork chunks (47F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); corn tamales (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked ground beef, cooked pork belly, corn tamales, red beans with no date marking. As per operator from prior day.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler running at 55 F.
14-74-7
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed tuna in individual vacuum packages inside walk in cooler. Operator opened the packages, and removed fish. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. By coffee grinder.
35B-02-4
Basic - Observed clean bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, located at cooking line shelves.
24-05-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
45
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Oct 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Discussed and coached operator in proper methods.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling raw chicken and then touching clean container to cover cooked food. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding), stored inside the flip top reach in cooler located at cooking line. As per employee food was placed inside the reach in cooler 2 hours before the inspection. Employee placed ice bags on tops of the items. During the inspection items second temperature-; raw shrimp (41F - Cold Holding); raw beef (40F - Cold Holding) **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. During the inspection employee placed soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates stored on above cooking line shelves not inverted. During the inspection employee placed items correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at cooking line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface., located at cooking line.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
36-27-5
32
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD-40 stored with blender equipment in preparation area.
41-10-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one dented can of lychees in heavy syrup. Operator discarded the product.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishmachine not sanitizing properly.
22-49-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw salmon and raw chicken stored over raw pork inside reach in cooler in front of grill.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored on top of sweet plantains inside of reach in freezer.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw lobster (52F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); cooked mussels (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler in front of stove, as per operator was held there overnight. Operator discarded the products. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw lobster (52F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); cooked mussels (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler in front of stove, as per operator was held there overnight. Operator discarded the products. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade in back prep area and soda nozzles at drive thru window soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by utensil stand **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen near stove
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen near stove
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed one employee chewing gum
12B-09-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside of large ice machine in back storage area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup without handle stored inside chicken bouillon bucket in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed fish thawed inside ROP package at reach in cooler in kitchen area. Advised operator to cut the bags **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with cut marks in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker stored above prep area in kitchen
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee working with food without hair restraint. Employee put on a hairnet **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple boxes of seafood stored on floor inside walk-in freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink in kitchen near stove
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop sink
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of cutting board in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed on container of dry red beans not labeled in storage area.
02D-01-5
12
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed oven at kitchen soiled with old food debris. Observed pizza oven, slicer blade soiled with old food debris at kitchen area. Observed oven in front of steam table soiled with old food debris - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed oven at kitchen soiled with old food debris. Observed pizza oven, slicer blade soiled with old food debris at kitchen area. Observed oven in front of steam table soiled with old food debris **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile damaged above drink syrup station. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed ceiling tile damaged above drink syrup station. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen soils and no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen soils and no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in walk in freezer in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed floor in walk in freezer in disrepair. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between three compartment sink and wall at ware washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed knife between three compartment sink and wall at ware washing area. **Time Extended**
10-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed spray hose nozzle has build up of black like substance inside at 3 compartment sink at ware washing area. Observed hood vents soiled with build up of grease, under flat grill with heavy soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed spray hose nozzle has build up of black like substance inside at 3 compartment sink at ware washing area. Observed hood vents soiled with build up of grease, under flat grill with heavy soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers at ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed old labels on clean containers at ware washing area. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted at reach in cooler in front of frying station. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted at reach in cooler in front of frying station. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen area, and back area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen area, and back area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths on preparation table at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed wiping cloths on preparation table at preparation area. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
52
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken empanadas (132 -177F - Hot Holding); Cheese tequeños (116- 177F - Hot Holding) all less than 4 hours. Manager reheated items and placed back in hot holding unit.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed heavy black mold like substance inside of the ice machine.
01B-07-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in unclean water at 107F.
10-05-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 fruit flies flying at bar area.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced Turkey (46F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (44F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at sandwich preparation area. As per manager items were there over night.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced Turkey (46F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (44F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at sandwich preparation area. As per manager items were there over night.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed oven at kitchen soiled with old food debris. Observed pizza oven, slicer blade soiled with old food debris at kitchen area. Observed oven in front of steam table soiled with old food debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink next to mop sink closet blacked by kids booster seats and gardening tools.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal spoon and fork stored inside hand wash sink at front kitchen area and at front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
25-27-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen area, and back area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths on preparation table at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed heavy black mold like substance inside of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl with no handle stored in bag of black beans by walk in cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled reach in cooler door and gaskets at sandwich preparation area.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile damaged above drink syrup station.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at warewashing area. Observed dirty plates with clean plates located in the back area shelves.
24-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen soils and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating while preparing food. Manager spoke to employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in walk in freezer in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor under pizza oven at kitchen, observed cases of chicken, beef, eggs stored on the floor inside of the walk in cooler, and walk in freezer.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between three compartment sink and wall at ware washing area.
10-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed spray hose nozzle has build up of black like substance inside at 3 compartment sink at ware washing area. Observed hood vents soiled with build up of grease, under flat grill with heavy soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers at ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted at reach in cooler in front of frying station.
22-16-4
11
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of kitchen prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked yuca (127F - Hot Holding) on the steam table, as per operator has been there approximately 30 minutes, operator returned to the stove and reheated to 196F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef over cooked cooked soup inside walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
53A-05-6
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on top of kitchen prep table. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on top of kitchen prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between sandwich station and prep table.
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork and cooked soup stored inside walk in cooler not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Mesa Doral last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Mesa Doral on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Mesa Doral?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at La Mesa Doral.

How does La Mesa Doral compare to other restaurants in Miami?

La Mesa Doral most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has La Mesa Doral's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Mesa Doral have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Mesa Doral means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is La Mesa Doral inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Mesa Doral is inspected around three times per year on average.