Mi Mexico Lindo
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
78
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Mi Mexico Lindo stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 17, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Looking across the full record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Merritt Island restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. new hire hasn't signed form **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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. Kerly Yoahana
53B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upper rear interior wall of ice bin for soda machine is soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
78
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler on cook line raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of WD40 on shelf with food items. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upper rear interior wall of ice bin for soda machine is soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
32-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of cooking oil stored on the floor in dry storage. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo containers stored on the floor in dry storage. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
61
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched computer screen and handled customer credit card, then began touching clean utensils/handles on make line without washing hands
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over tortillas in reach in cooler. Operator moved. In reach in cooler on make line raw bacon stored over deli meats. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Stored food not covered. Chips in baskets on shelf behind service area are not covered
08B-12-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tank not secured properly **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plate in dry beans. Styrofoam cup in salsa. 2oz soufflé cups in spices. Plastic cup in rice. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on front of equipment.
10-20-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered waste receptacle in women's restroom **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
52
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
43
Dec 5, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pico made Saturday **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw bacon over butter and mayonnaise in cook line cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 130F placed on stove to reheat rechecked 179F **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach crawling on prep table. Operator killed no other live activity observed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Ice bin soiled. Ice machine soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
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 - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Front counter **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop drink **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On line by reach in cooler sign painted over. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw chicken, raw beef in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unused equipment on the premises. Could become a place for pest. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over ready-to-eat food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wall heavily soiled with accumulated food debris in back prep room. **Warning**
36-27-5
25
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mi Mexico Lindo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mi Mexico Lindo on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mi Mexico Lindo?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mi Mexico Lindo.
How does Mi Mexico Lindo compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?
Mi Mexico Lindo most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Merritt Island average of 77.
Has Mi Mexico Lindo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mi Mexico Lindo have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mi Mexico Lindo 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 Mi Mexico Lindo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mi Mexico Lindo is inspected around three times per year on average.
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