Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater
Last inspected:
1617 N Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater was emergency-closed on March 20, 2025 for rodent activity and remains in active enforcement proceedings as of March 2026. The facility has been subject to repeated emergency order callbacks over a five-day period in March 2026, with inspections on March 18, 19, and 20 documenting failure to comply with closure conditions. Across 17 total inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 69 violations, averaging 4.1 per inspection. High-priority violations have centered on employee health reporting, hand washing, allergen awareness, and consumer advisory requirements. The facility has received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 20, 2026 resulted in an emergency order callback time extension, indicating ongoing non-compliance with corrective action deadlines.
Most recent closure: March 20, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)
Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025036423 | $400.00 | Mar 20, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024008838 | $200.00 | Nov 14, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 8 inspections24 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater under active enforcement?
- Records show 6 emergency order inspections between March 17, 2026 and March 20, 2026. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater last inspected?
- Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater last shut down?
- Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater was last shut down on March 20, 2025 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater are: Adequate lighting, Single-use items, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater had?
- Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater find?
- Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater was most recently inspected on May 19, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater been fined?
- Media Luna Mexican in Clearwater has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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