Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
1100 1 Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg has 31 inspections on record dating back to 2016, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on September 13, 2018 for roach activity. Disciplinary actions totaling $600 have been issued. High-priority violations citing employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, proper hand washing, management awareness, and proper cooking temperatures appear repeatedly across the inspection history. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 resulted in 15 violations including high-priority citations for food contact surfaces and chemical storage, with inspection completed and no further action required.
Most recent closure: September 13, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018052236 | $400.00 | Sep 13, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015020355 | $200.00 | Mar 27, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 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· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections45 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg was last shut down on September 13, 2018 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 Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Toxic substance control.
- How many health inspections has Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg had?
- Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg find?
- Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on January 15, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Red Mesa Mercado in St. Petersburg 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).
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.
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