Mena Catering
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Mena Catering has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
Looking across the full record, “equipment in poor repair” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen ceiling tiles soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with torn gasket.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler with soiled fan covers.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rusted shelves.
14-17-4
82
May 21, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in freezer in back prep area with soiled gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer located in back prep area with soiled interior.
22-16-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters at the main cook line with grease accumulation.
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall located in back prep area soiled.
36-27-5
82
Dec 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair at bakery preparation area. As per person in charge, repair will commence on following day.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gaskets in disrepair located near kitchen. Also observed plastic spatulas in poor repair near dish machine.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at bottom of exit doors at dry storage areas. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at 3 compartment sink when valves are off.
29-11-4
82
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water available when valve is open at women's bathroom. Employee repaired valve. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of roll up door near dry storage area.
35B-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service trays stored on floor underneath stairwell.
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled near oven at bakery area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
78
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed carnitas (80F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per chef, more than 2 hours prior. Chef took product to reheat to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over shredded chicken at reach in cooler at preparation area. Chef rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside cracker meal container. Chef removed bowl.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave and reach in cooler handles at cook line soiled with old food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled with black substance at dry storage area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cooking pot stored on floor at kitchen. Chef placed pot on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed both walk in cooler gaskets in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of exit door at dry storage area.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
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. Observed wall soiled with food debris near oven at preparation area.
36-27-5
47
Jan 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mena Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mena Catering on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mena Catering?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mena Catering.
How does Mena Catering compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Mena Catering most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Mena Catering's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mena Catering have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mena Catering 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 Mena Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mena Catering is inspected around two times per year on average.
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