MEDIA LUNA MEXICAN
1617 N HIGHLAND AVE, Clearwater FL 33755 · 727-449-1940
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 17 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.1 live behind reach in grey freezer dry storage 1 live roach in the dining room 1 live roach on the bathroom door by dining area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026021223 | Mar 17, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $800 |
| 3--2025036423 | Mar 20, 2025 | Sep 26, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2024008838 | Nov 14, 2023 | Mar 18, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No chemical test kit ( chlorine ) provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink and wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in restroom. Person in charge put paper towels at hand wash sink
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine. Person in charge relocated ice scoop
May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 20, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/26
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. SafeStaff training certificates for all employees ( Maria, Gloria, Matilde ) with expiration date of 12/20/25
Mar 19, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/26
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on floor in storage area in kitchen - 1 live roach on floor in kitchen - 3 live roaches on wall above triple sink behind sign - 1 live roach on the floor near hand wash sink at cook line -1 live roach inside trap on pipe under hand wash sink at cook line - 2 live roaches on shelf under hand wash sink in coke line area
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. SafeStaff training certificates for all employees ( Maria, Gloria, Matilde ) with expiration date of 12/20/25
Mar 19, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/26
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on floor in storage area in kitchen - 1 live roach on floor in kitchen - 3 live roaches on wall above triple sink behind sign - 1 live roach on the floor near hand wash sink at cook line -1 live roach inside trap on pipe under hand wash sink at cook line - 2 live roaches on shelf under hand wash sink in coke line area
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. SafeStaff training certificates for all employees ( Maria, Gloria, Matilde ) with expiration date of 12/20/25
Mar 18, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/26
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on floor in storage area in kitchen - 1 live roach on floor in kitchen - 3 live roaches on wall above triple sink behind sign - 1 live roach on the floor near hand wash sink at cook line -1 live roach inside trap on pipe under hand wash sink at cook line - 2 live roaches on shelf under hand wash sink in coke line area
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. SafeStaff training certificates for all employees ( Maria, Gloria, Matilde ) with expiration date of 12/20/25
Mar 18, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/26
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on floor in storage area in kitchen - 1 live roach on floor in kitchen - 3 live roaches on wall above triple sink behind sign - 1 live roach on the floor near hand wash sink at cook line -1 live roach inside trap on pipe under hand wash sink at cook line - 2 live roaches on shelf under hand wash sink in coke line area
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. SafeStaff training certificates for all employees ( Maria, Gloria, Matilde ) with expiration date of 12/20/25
-4 dead roaches on premises in storage area in kitchen - 3 dead roaches on floor near ice machine - 1 dead roach inside plastic wrap dispenser on top of ice machine - manager discarded plastic wrap - 1 dead roach on floor under cook line hand wash sink -1 dead roach on pipe under hand wash sink 1 dead roach on floor under food prep table - 1 dead roach on wall in restroom. -1 dead roach on floor in restroom
Mar 17, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/26
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. Raw chicken stored with raw beef in white freezer.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on floor in storage area in kitchen - 1 live roach on floor in kitchen - 3 live roaches on wall above triple sink behind sign - 1 live roach on the floor near hand wash sink at cook line -1 live roach inside trap on pipe under hand wash sink at cook line - 2 live roaches on shelf under hand wash sink in coke line area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee placed paper towels at hand wash sink
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. SafeStaff training certificates for all employees ( Maria, Gloria, Matilde ) with expiration date of 12/20/25
4 dead roaches on premises in storage area in kitchen - 3 dead roaches on floor near ice machine - 1 dead roach inside plastic wrap dispenser on top of ice machine - manager discarded plastic wrap - 1 dead roach on floor under cook line hand wash sink -1 dead roach on pipe under hand wash sink 1 dead roach on floor under food prep table - 1 dead roach on wall in restroom. -1 dead roach on floor in restroom
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor in kitchen area near service window
White reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Laundry bleach in use. Employee purchased bleach for food contact surface
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooked beans 125 F on grill cooked this morning - employee reheated to 178 F
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee placed soap at handwashing sink
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in restroom. Manager realigned paper towels to dispense
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Employee removing ice and cleaned the interior of the ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense ice. Manager replaced bowl with ice scoop
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. - utensils ( tongs, ladles) stored on shelf in storage area in path of walk way - not protected. Manager relocated utensils
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Notepad and employee phone on prep table in kitchen. Items removed from prep table
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone on prep table in kitchen. Employee relocated cellphone
Food stored inside hard smaller coolers stored on floor. In kitchen.Manager relocated hard coolers,
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Non handled plastic basket in ice inside ice machine. Manager removed baskets
Mar 21, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 20, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2025. Licensed renewed during inspection and is now current
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -19 rodent droppings on floor in dry storage area - 3 rodent droppings on top of storage container in dry storage area used to store produce can goods and spices. Reviewed with manager.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Reviewed with manager
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Sign posted that bathroom is out of service. Manager removed sign and bathroom available for customers
Cloth used as a food-contact surface in triple door cooler in storage area. Reviewed with manager. Manager removed cloth
Equipment in poor repair. Storage container used to store food damaged with chew marks on shelf in dry storage Reviewed with manager
Dec 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting board
Food stored on floor. Box of oil storage on floor. Employee moved
Food stored outside. During inspection observed black storage bins full of green tomatoes and cactus stored outside back of restaurant covered with a towel Employee moved inside.
May 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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May 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.raw shelf eggs over lettuce reach in cooler in dry storage. Manager removed to proper storage
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked beans and Nopal salad datemarked for more than 7 days see stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Nopal salad and cooked beans datemarked over 7 days in reach in cooler by kitchen entrance.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.1 live behind reach in grey freezer dry storage 1 live roach in the dining room 1 live roach on the bathroom door by dining area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: reach in grey cooler Pork (45F - Cold Holding) Plant Foods (45F) chicken 48 f salsa 45 f operator moved. 2nd temp pork 46 f cook chicken 48 f cook plant 45 f. Employee began to move food to a different cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Tested Chlorine above 100ppm employee remade to 100 ppm
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches behind the freezer/ cooler in dry storage area 1 dead on top of white freezer kitchen prep employee removed dead roaches and sanitized area at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water Bottle on top of ice machine employee removed water bottle.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Metal pans on dry rack has old date-marked stickers.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 14, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. - employee purchased and brought a container of bleach for food contact surfaces at end of inspection
Raw animal food ( raw chicken ) stored over or with ready-to-eat food ( cut cucumbers ) in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Person in charge rearranged food
Raw animal food ( shell eggs) stored in same container as ready-to-eat food ( sliced cook ham ) in reach in cooler.- person in charge rearranged food
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. - manager fixed dispenser - paper towels available
Food ( pot of vegetables ) stored on floor near back door - person in charge relocated pot of food.
Aug 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
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.