LAS MERCEDES GRILL LLC
8199 NW 54 ST, Doral FL 33166 · 3058429566
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 5 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015018964 | Apr 27, 2015 | May 29, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers inside handsink at entrance of kitchen.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handler certificate for Karla Hernandez expired on 1-23-2026, Isbelia Selina Rangel expired.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at handsink located at entrance of kitchen.
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside freezer by prep table in kitchen.
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.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled inside dry storage.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at HWS by kitchen entrance.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under HWS by kitchen entrance.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards in kitchen.
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.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
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.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves inside both reach in coolers inside kitchen.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employees do not know how to calibrate probe thermometer. Employees were trained by inspector how to calibrate probe thermometer.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls not inverted on shelf in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair net. Employee put a hair net.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed on front counter. Operator stored scoop with the handle up.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching salt on shelf in kitchen. Operator stored scoop correctly.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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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.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed aluminum cup stored inside rice container in dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside kitchen.
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.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on front counter floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Operator stored ice scoop correctly.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler by white reach in freezer in kitchen.
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by mop sink.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at three compartment sink inside kitchen. Employee was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Operator washed hands at hand wash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded beef not date marked inside reach in cooler in kitchen. As per Operator meat was cooked last Saturday March 23rd, 2024. Operator date marked container.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and plastic containers stored on shelf inside kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine at front counter. Operator stored scoop correctly.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler by small white reach in freezer in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Operator started to prepare meat.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container on shelf inside kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Sep 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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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.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter.
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.
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white reach in freezer on corner inside kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior on shelf inside kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in back of kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food trays stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed them from floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container on front counter. Operator labeled it.
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.