Mahina in Marathon

1 Knights Key Blvd, Marathon, FL 33050

Overview

Mahina in Marathon has received 18 inspections since 2016 with 195 total violations, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection — more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on February 25, 2025 for roach activity. High-priority violations have been persistent across the record, with employee health policy violations cited in at least 6 inspections, handwashing violations appearing in at least 5 inspections, and management awareness failures documented repeatedly. Consumer advisory violations were cited in at least 4 of the last 6 inspections, indicating ongoing issues with customer notification requirements. The facility has also been subject to one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented twice, in 2025 and 2019, for portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone. The most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 found 18 violations (including 4 high-priority) and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: February 25, 2025 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
195Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: February 5, 2026

Mahina in Marathon: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 10.8 violations / inspection 10.8 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg 7.04 violations / inspection 7.04 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Monroe County Avg 0.08 closures / facility 0.08 county average

Mahina in Marathon: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Mahina in Marathon
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 15:22:00

Mahina in Marathon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Mahina in Marathon
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2025013222 $400.00 Feb 25, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Mahina in Marathon: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near ice machine in kitchen

Mahina in Marathon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mahina in Marathon: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mahina in Marathon last inspected?
Mahina in Marathon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Mahina in Marathon last shut down?
Mahina in Marathon was last shut down on February 25, 2025 for roach 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 Mahina in Marathon?
The most frequently cited violations at Mahina in Marathon are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Approved food source.
How many health inspections has Mahina in Marathon had?
Mahina in Marathon has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Mahina in Marathon find?
Mahina in Marathon was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Mahina in Marathon ever been shut down?
Yes, Mahina in Marathon has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
Has Mahina in Marathon had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Mahina in Marathon has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Mahina in Marathon faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Mahina in Marathon has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Mahina in Marathon been fined?
Mahina in Marathon has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Mahina in Marathon operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Il Postino Restaurant (2019).

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