Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah
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1125 W 29 St, Hialeah, FL 33012Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah has been emergency-closed twice, most recently on March 27, 2026 for fly activity, following a pattern of significant compliance failures. The facility has accumulated 288 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 12 violations per inspection—more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring, particularly handwashing procedures (cited in 4 of the past 8 inspections), employee health policy violations (3 inspections), food contact surface violations (6 inspections), and proper hand/arm washing violations (6 inspections). An earlier emergency closure in December 2015 was also for roach activity. The facility has incurred one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone were documented in 2018, 2021 (twice), indicating ongoing equipment maintenance issues. The most recent inspection on March 28, 2026 resulted in an Emergency Order Callback Time Extension following the prior day's closure recommendation, with 18 violations cited including high-priority violations for handwashing procedures, toxic substance control, consumer advisory, proper cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: March 27, 2026 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah: Emergency Closure History (2)
Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015054776 | $400.00 | Dec 15, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 3 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (15 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections48 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah last inspected?
- Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah last shut down?
- Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah was last shut down on March 27, 2026 for fly 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 Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah had?
- Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah find?
- Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah been fined?
- Mesa's BBQ in Hialeah has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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