La Mesada
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, La Mesada has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 31, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to one violation before.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control”, which has been cited three times.
That's lower than the typical Largo restaurant, which scores around 75. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean spoons behind front counter not inverted
24-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handles **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour bin
10-01-5
70
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked ground beef in deli cooler **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Deli cooler
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of chilies on floor in kitchen, removed **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle, removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour bin **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in freezers containing unpackaged soiled
22-16-4
55
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over diced onions, eggs removed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer bucket in hand sink at front counter, removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in kitchen, restocked
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef stomach in cooler prepared on 3/23, date added **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour bin, removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
58
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beans made yesterday no date mark. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. One manager **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee over 60 days **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. In back next to mop sink. Employee cleaned and sanitized area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
70
Apr 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
32
Dec 6, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle next to clean dish ware. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink by mop sink
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink by mop sink
31B-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink of kitchen and bar area
31B-04-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Mesada last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Mesada on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Mesada?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Mesada.
How does La Mesada compare to other restaurants in Largo?
La Mesada most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Largo average of 75.
Has La Mesada's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Mesada have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Mesada means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Mesada inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Mesada is inspected around two times per year on average.
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