LA CATRINA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
315 W COCOA BEACH CAUSEWAY, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 321-450-2010
Last inspected Mar 13, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
FEB 24
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 25 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 26 live flying insects in service aisle next to kitchen entry.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $5,840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022013676 | Jan 11, 2022 | Aug 4, 2022 | — |
| 4--2021049913 | Sep 8, 2021 | Feb 4, 2022 | $800 |
| 4--2021020407 | Mar 29, 2021 | Jul 8, 2021 | $2,240 |
| 4--2021000287 | Nov 9, 2020 | Feb 16, 2021 | $400 |
| 4--2020012669 | Feb 13, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | $600 |
| 4--2018043436 | Aug 10, 2018 | Sep 21, 2018 | $1,600 |
| 4--2018024007 | Mar 20, 2018 | May 29, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate16 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In reach-in freezer on cook line. Bag of broccoli stored in same container as raw beef. Operator moved
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach-in cooler on cook line. cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); sour cream (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); pico (52F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun tip is soiled. Operator cleaned.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Rear bar
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Dispenser chute for oasis machine at front bar is soiled. Operator cleaned. Upper rear interior of ice bin for soda machine at service station is soiled. Operator cleaned
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In dry storage room. Compressed air tanks not secured. Operator chained to wall.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. In bottom of beer reach-in cooler at front bar
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacles in any stalls
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Multiple cooks
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on walk-in freezer door
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Beer bottles stored in standing water at bottom of beer reach-in cooler at front bar
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs stored on the floor. Operator moved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. All surfaces in walk-in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in gap between prep table and reach-in cooler. Took to dish
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Front of oven door. Took to dish
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Black wired shelves in walk-in cooler are soiled
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer reach-in cooler at front bar
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. On rear bar countertop in reach of guests
Oct 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found Observed 26 live flying insects in service aisle next to kitchen entry.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On countertops in kitchen cooked cactus (88F - Hot Holding); cooked jalapeño (79F - Hot Holding); verde (127F - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters behind main bar near host stand is soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink to the left of cooking equipment. Operator stocked
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for all servers
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic soufflé cups and Togo containers used as scoops in multiple containers. Operator discarded
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on walk in freezer door.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Thawing refried beans in rear loading dock area. Operator moved to walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs, cornmeal and liquid butter stored on the floor. Operator moved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. All surfaces in walk in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in gap between prep table and reach in cooler. Operator took to dish
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on front of oven. Operator moved to dish
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of paper towels stored on the floor. Operator moved
Stored food not covered. Multiple food items in walk in cooler without covering. Operator covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Hotel pan of refried beans being thawed in loading dock area. Operator moved to walk in cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White granular substance removed from original packaging is not labeled identifying by common name. On cook line, service line and in bar area. Operator labeled
Jun 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Plastic shopping bags with printed ink used as liner for tortilla press. Ink wearing off during use
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Tortillas stored in plastic shopping bags with printed ink. Plastic shopping bags with printed ink used as liner for tortilla press. Ink wearing off during use. SEE STOP SALE
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Behind bar. Operator discarded
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun removable tips have an accumulation of mold like substance. Operator cleaned
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Multiple certificates missing
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for rice
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks not secured in office
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets not stored inverted
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on hair net
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout kitchen
Food stored on floor. Case of lettuce sitting on floor on cook line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door
Stored food not covered. Multiple foods in walk in cooler. Operator covered
Sep 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Bowl of raw beef on shelf over milk. Operator moved
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler 50 gallon can of salsa (54F - Cooling). Salsa was prepared day prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk in cooler 50 gallon can of salsa (54F - Cooling). Salsa was prepared day prior. SEE STOP SALE
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator is not keeping original employee training certificates on location for review
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets not stored inverted. Operator inverted
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's restroom in smaller stall
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Dry pinto bean storage container cover is duct taped together
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks put on hair nets
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cover lid for stored uncooked rice is broken
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs in dry storage room are on the floor. Operator moved
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in crack between make line reach in cooler and prep table. Operator moved to dish
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom
Stored food not covered. In walk in cooler. Multiple foods not covered during storage. Watermelon, pico, elotes... operator covered
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Behind front interior bar
Feb 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On shelf below steam wells cooked rice (71F - Cold Holding)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed at hose bib in dish area
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on water filter for ice machine. Unable to determine last time serviced
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Cooks eating food in kitchen at prep table. Discarded plates
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Mop sink is slow draining
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Straws in reach of customers on bar top are not wrapped. Operator moved
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler and walk in freezer are rusted and chipping
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. No waste line for soda gun at main bar
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200 ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood shelf over steamwell is not sealed. Operator removed
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Employee washed hands with no soap. Dish washer
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server delivered dirty dishes to dish area and did not wash hands before serving plates of food
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Salmon and talapia in drawer of lowboy reach in cooler are fully thawed in sealed packaging bearing thawing requirements
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib above dish area
No soap provided at handwash sink. In dish area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container used as scoop in open bag of flour in rear dry storage room. Operator discarded
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Salmon and talapia in drawer of lowboy reach in cooler are fully thawed in sealed packaging bearing thawing requirements
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in disrepair on reach in cooler across from cook line
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Multiple drinks in flip top well in forward service cooler. Operator moved
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line
Stored food not covered. Taco bowls over cook line. Multiple items in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in walk in cooler have a heavy accumulation of mold like substance
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near rear kitchen exit door. Next to ice machine
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.