La Mesa Kendall
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
86
Score
La Mesa Kendall has been inspected four times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 15, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 10 violations to closer to two violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing degreaser with no label located at the mop sink. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
86
May 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 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 steaks at walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at front counter.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, located at front at preparation area. During the inspection employee placed a new paper towel roll. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, and plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner, located at sandwich station shelves. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at front counter coffee shop, main bar and preparation area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked shredded beef and flans not covered inside one door reach in cooler, located at cooking line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed women's bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
45
Dec 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel available for employees at hand wash sink located at the bar area by the main kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Observed no paper towel available for employees at hand wash sink located at the bar area by the main kitchen **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available for employees at hand wash sink located at the bar area by the main kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available for employees at hand wash sink located at the bar area by the main kitchen. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris vent above the ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris vent above the ice machine **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, Large cutting board attached to the steam table at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, Large cutting board attached to the steam table at cook line. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observe gasket torn on refrigerated drawer underneath the grill at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Observe gasket torn on refrigerated drawer underneath the grill at cook line. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign available for employees at hand wash sink located at the bar area by the main kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Observed no hand wash sign available for employees at hand wash sink located at the bar area by the main kitchen. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels in clean container stored on drying racks at warehouse-washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Observed old labels in clean container stored on drying racks at warehouse-washing area. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-20: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
55
May 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Mesa Kendall last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Mesa Kendall on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Mesa Kendall?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Mesa Kendall.
How does La Mesa Kendall compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Mesa Kendall most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Mesa Kendall's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Mesa Kendall have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Mesa Kendall 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 La Mesa Kendall inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Mesa Kendall is inspected around two times per year on average.
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