Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach
Last inspected:
1361 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach has accumulated 281 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 10 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $500 in fines. Recurring violations center on food contact surfaces, ventilation, and chemical storage, with recent inspections from 2023 and 2024 documenting elevated numbers of high-priority violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
10
violations / inspection
10 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019046872 | $300.00 | Jul 9, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2018030975 | $200.00 | May 24, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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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— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections44 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach last inspected?
- Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach had?
- Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach find?
- Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $500.00 in fines.
- How much has Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach been fined?
- Esquina Mexicana in Miami Beach has been fined a total of $500.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Esquina Mexicana. How we collect and verify this data.