Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island
Last inspected:
777 E Merritt Island Cswy Unit G15, Merritt Island, FL 32952Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island has accumulated 328 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.1 per visit. Fire inspections documented two critical ventilation failures, including cooking equipment with no hood suppression system and a broken hood system producing smoke in 2026. The facility has faced one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation (22 citations), missing consumer advisories (17), and food contact surface issues (16).
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
9.1
violations / inspection
9.1 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025002996 | $200.00 | Nov 13, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Hood system over prep area not functioning. Smoke billowing out from areas. Operator states motor is broken
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Next to entry of office/liquor room
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 8 inspections61 violations · 42 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections35 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island had?
- Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island find?
- Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on January 9, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- No, Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island been fined?
- Margarita Island Mexican Kitchen and Bar in Merritt Island has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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