MEX MEXICAN GRILL
16850 COLLINS AVE STE-104 · SUNNY ISLES BEACH · Dade County · FL 33160
Inspection Summary
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Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
24 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
08A-10-4High Priority – Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Observed shell egg over chicken soup. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 live roach in between reach in cooler and preparation table, 3 live roaches in between cooler and kitchen wall by the Reach in cooler in front of 3 compartment sink, 3 lives roaches on 3 compartment sink underneath and 3 live roaches on the electricity plug on kitchen wall
35A-23-4High Priority – Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 100+ roach droppings under the hand washing sink near to preparation table.
41-01-4High Priority – Spray bottle with chemical/toxic substance stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. Observed bottle spray of Raid roach next to preparation table in hand washing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 8
11-07-4Intermediate – Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
22-22-4Intermediate – Encrusted material on can opener blade.
22-28-4Intermediate – Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Observed all reach in cooler.
53A-01-6Intermediate – Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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. **Repeat Violation**
41-21-4Intermediate – Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed spray bottle under front counter.
02B-02-4Intermediate – Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. To go menu
02C-02-4Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed black beans, tomatoes sauce, sauce ranchero as per operator is been there for more than 24 hrs.
Basic 12
23-25-4Basic – Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
35A-03-4Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 30 dead roaches next to hand washing sink, 5 dead roaches behind the Reach in cooler, 15 + dead roaches on kitchen floor, approximately 30 dead roaches trapped in control device on top of steam table shelve. **Repeat Violation**
23-07-4Basic – Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Observed in reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
36-31-4Basic – Hole in ceiling. Observed at the men bathroom, behind kitchen storage area and inside water heater closet.
22-19-4Basic – Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
31B-04-4Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the women bathroom and hand washing sink by the preparation table.
33-34-4Basic – Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
08B-13-4Basic – Stored food not covered in reach-in cooler. Observed tomatoes sauce and black beans.
29-11-4Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at the 3 compartment sink.
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
22-16-4Basic – Intermediate – Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 1:53 AM.
Violation category totals
2 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
4 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.