Las Mercedes Grill
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Las Mercedes Grill has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around six violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other Doral restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 chicken over raw pork inside reach in freezer in dry storage.
08A-17-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside freezer by prep table in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled by prep table in kitchen. Also, observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled inside dry storage.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at HWS by kitchen entrance.
29-20-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under HWS by kitchen entrance.
29-11-4
67
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and handle clean plate without changing gloves and washing hands. Employees were trained by inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards in kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed Cell phone stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed Cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
36-68-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on hood filters. Also, observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets located by reach in freezer in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves inside both reach in coolers inside kitchen.
14-33-4
64
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on prep table by bread toaster at front counter.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed aluminum cup stored inside rice container in dry storage.
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted on shelves over reach in freezer and prep table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an open container inside kitchen. Operator placed a lid and straw. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on front counter floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Operator stored ice scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler by white reach in freezer in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside kitchen.
36-34-5
55
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
45
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork inside reach in cooler. Operator stored 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. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted under prep table inside kitchen.
24-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside Salt container on shelf inside kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white reach in freezer on corner inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior on shelf inside kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in back of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food trays stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed them from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container on front counter. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
47
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 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 reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee removed chicken and started to cook chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards inside kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed plantains thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Employee put them inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen. Employee stored towel inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine at front counter. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pot stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-26-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer lid in disrepair inside dry storage. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease under and behind cook line inside kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on dry storage floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed white reach in freezer inside kitchen, and white reach in freezer inside dry storage. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Las Mercedes Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Las Mercedes Grill on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Las Mercedes Grill?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Las Mercedes Grill.
How does Las Mercedes Grill compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Las Mercedes Grill most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 74.
Has Las Mercedes Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Las Mercedes Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Las Mercedes Grill 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 Las Mercedes Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Las Mercedes Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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