CASA TEQUILA MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND BAR LLC
3601 PLACID LAKES BLVD, Lake Placid FL 33852
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
JAN 25
APR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections trending up, 37 points better than where it started.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station under reach in freezer. Operator removed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025006150 | Jan 29, 2025 | Feb 19, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee turned off water with bare hands after washing. Operator was educated and washed hands properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board on line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator used the handwashing sink to clean thermal pen. Operator was educated.
Stored food not covered in walk in cooler. Operator will cover.
Feb 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. B. Sanchez 6/22 Operator states this will be completed next week.
Blue soda cups cracked. Operator voluntarily threw out.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured.
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored in undrained ice. Two cans of whipped cream stored in ice. Operator removed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Apr 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of sliced jalapeños. Operator removed from service.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw onions. Operator removed chicken and stored correctly.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Two on top of dishwasher. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. At commencement of inspection there were four employees present. Operator had an emergency and could not be at location.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator forms, and employee signed.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized.
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.: tested at 0 ppm Chlorine. Operator called for service and set up triple sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment under pre table. Operator will paint.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface at microwave.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at dishwasher area.
Jan 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.: tested at 0 ppm Chlorine. Operator called for service and set up triple sink.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station under reach in freezer. Operator removed.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment under pre table. Operator will paint.
Dead rodent present between wall and walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface at microwave.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxes of tomatoes not stored correctly. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Hole in or other damage to wall where soda lines come through wall.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched at waiting station.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at dishwasher area.
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the vomiting and diarrhea clean up poster
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment bottom of prep table. Operator will paint.
Hole in or other damage to wall where soda lines come through wall.
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment on bottom of shelves in kitchen.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. JG 10/2020
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall at mixer, knife behind conduit. Operator removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall, where soda lines go from one unit to the other room.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at bar. Operator removed.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.: light covers soiled.
Jul 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Snap trap not covered. Operator removed from dry storage.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment, shelves in kitchen.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Chicken and beef in reach in freezer, not date marked. Operator labeled.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Hole in or other damage to wall at soda area near ceiling where lines go from one room to another.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at bar. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in female restroom. Operator placed sign at location.
Whipped topping: container in ice machine/ice bin. Operator removed.
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.