CASA BLANCA MODERN MEXICAN TEQUILA BAR
4120 14 ST W, Bradenton FL 34205 · 239-400-2060
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25. Informed manager of license renewal.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021049675 | Oct 22, 2021 | Apr 8, 2022 | $400 |
| 7--2021042549 | Aug 10, 2021 | Mar 28, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw shrimp in reach in cooler drawer on cook line. Manager corrected storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 Mahi filets and 3 Salmon filets thawed and stored in Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging on cook line in cooler drawer. Manager discarded all filets.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 4 Mahi filets and 3 Salmon filets thawed and stored in Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging on cook line in cooler drawer. Manager discarded all filets.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing from garbage dumpster.
Jan 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not in chronological order and not all signed by employee when last used.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed two 12in x 12in holes above electrical panel near mop sink.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed garbage dumpster missing drain plug.
Jan 5, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25. Informed manager of license renewal.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored on shelf above raw pork in walk in cooler. Manager placed chicken on bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed items in reach in cooler above 41 F on cook line Chicken Tender (45F - Cold Holding); Scallops (48F - Cold Holding); Shrimp (45F - Cold Holding). Manager stated they were prepped in the morning put on the line approximately 30 mins before temperatures were taken. Manager removed items and placed them in freezer.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not in chronological order and not all signed by employee when last used.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in bar area. Manager placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed two missing ceiling tiles above expo line in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees personal drink stored on prep table next to beans on expo line. Manager removed drink from prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on prep table next to cook line. Employee removed phone and sanitized prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of cooking oil on floor next to handwashing sink near cook line. Employee removed oil and placed on shelf.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed two 12in x 12in holes above electrical panel near mop sink.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed several knives stored in crack between prep tables on cook line. Employee removed knives from crack.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed garbage dumpster missing drain plug.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed open case of bacon stored over oranges in walk-in cooler. Manager moved bacon.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink across from dish machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink across from dish machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle below oven in kitchen. Manager labeled bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black slimy buildup.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee bottle of water at drink station.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jackets hanging on shelf with food products. Manager moved jackets.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed strong rotten odor coming from bar area. Couldn't isolate area where source of odor is coming from.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of napkins and food boxes stored on floor in servers area.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.