Mesa Mar

264 Giralda Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Mesa Mar has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 15, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average for Coral Gables sits at 68, putting Mesa Mar on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed hanging on stove

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Oct 15, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service containers stored on floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed lobster at kitchen.

06-01-5

Apr 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At ceviche station. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Manager sent tray for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**

24-06-4

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cook line.

21-05-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Employee add more sanitizer to balance the solution. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Basic - vents at walk-in cooler soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Dec 3, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Oct 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs over milk at walk in cooler. Chef removed eggs.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

08A-11-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

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. Form provided to operator. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By garbage can

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At sushi bar

31B-02-4

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed at kitchen clean utensils stored in soiled rack. Employee took tray to dishwashing area. **Corrected On-Site**

24-06-4

Jun 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can.

31A-09-4

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean Utensils at rack. Employee cleaned rack. **Corrected On-Site**

24-06-4

Basic - Reachin cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mesa Mar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mesa Mar on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mesa Mar?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mesa Mar.

How does Mesa Mar compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Mesa Mar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Mesa Mar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mesa Mar have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mesa Mar 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 Mesa Mar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mesa Mar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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