DON TEQUILA
4947 TAMIAMI TRL N STE 110, Naples FL 34103 · 239-529-6472
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In Walk in cooler, observed, cooked beef (54F - Coooling). Per operator, product was made yesterday. Operator discarded beef.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025057195 | Jul 17, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler across from the cook top, observed an opened package of chorizo stored above an opened container of ready to eat shrimp. Operator rearranged for proper storage. In the walk in cooler, observed raw chicken placed above raw beef.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In the reach in cooler across from cook top, observed two packages of raw salmon fully thawed in 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.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the middle reach in cooler on the cook line, observed shredded cheese (64F - Cold Holding); cut greens (68F - Cold Holding); guacamole w tomato (62F - Cold Holding); sour cream (60F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (64F - Cold Holding); green sauce prepare hot (62F - Cold Holding); red sauce prepared hot (62F - Cold Holding); fresh cheese (61F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers (63F - Cold Holding). Operator stated food was prepped and moved from the walk in cooler around 10:30am-11am.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the middle reach in cooler on the cook line, observed shredded cheese (64F - Cold Holding); cut greens (68F - Cold Holding); guacamole w tomato (62F - Cold Holding); sour cream (60F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (64F - Cold Holding); green sauce prepare hot (62F - Cold Holding); red sauce prepared hot (62F - Cold Holding); fresh cheese (61F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers (63F - Cold Holding). Operator stated food was prepped and moved from the walk in cooler around 10:30am-11am.
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/. Observed four food handlers upon arrival. CFM arrived at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler, observed container of cut lettuce stored on the floor.
In the reach in cooler across from cook top, observed two packages of raw salmon fully thawed in 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.
Stored food not covered in the walk in cooler. Observed cooked chicken held cold without a protective cover.
Feb 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Bar Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). All glassware will be washed and sanitized at dish machine in main kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the walk in cooler observed containers of cooked ground beef, cooked beans, cooked refried without date marking. Operator stated foods were prepared two day prior to inspection. Operator began to date mark food.
Stored food not covered. In the walk in cooler, observed a pot of cooked beans and a pot of vegetable soup unprotected without a lid. Operator provided protection at time of inspection.
Jul 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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. Training expired for Alondra and Irasema.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in both ice bins at the bar.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. There is shelving in front the walk in cooler made of unsealed wood.
Jul 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler next to the steam table, pico De Gallo (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (49F - Cold Holding). Operator iced the items in the cooler.
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. Training expired for Alondra and Irasema.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in both ice bins at the bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. There is no hand washing sign at the hand washing sink across from the flat top grill.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. There is shelving in front the walk in cooler made of unsealed wood.
Jul 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up the triple sink to sanitize. Operator changed the sanitizer container, chlorine 50ppm.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In a pan in the top of a make table cooler a raw shell egg is stored with processed cheese food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. In the drawer cooler there are three 6 ounce portions of commercially packaged reduced oxygen packaged salmon fully thawed while still in the package marked to be removed before thawing. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler next to the steam table, pico De Gallo (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (49F - Cold Holding). Operator iced the items in the cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. There is a bottle of bleach stored next to clean utensils. Operator removed the bleach.
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. Training expired for Alondra and Irasema.
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. In the drawer cooler there are three 6 ounce portions of commercially packaged reduced oxygen packaged salmon fully thawed while still in the package marked to be removed before thawing. See stop sale.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. There is an employee cellphone on the edge of a prep sink over ground beef. Employee removed the cellphone.
Food stored on floor. There are cases of beef stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in both ice bins at the bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. There is no hand washing sign at the hand washing sink across from the flat top grill.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator returned the silverware to the dishwasher.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. There is a buildup of ice inside the chest freezer in front of the walk in freezer. Operator emptied the freezer, turned off the power and opened the lid to thaw.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. There is shelving in front the walk in cooler made of unsealed wood.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee return to the cook line from outside not change gloves before handling a clean plate. Observed an employee wipe gloves on a soiled cloth then handle cheese before placing the plate in the oven. The employee was educated on proper glove protocol.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of WD-40 stored near a microwave at the entrance to the cook line. The chemical was properly stored.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the mop sink blocked by a ladder a chemical buckets.
No soap provided at handwash sink behind the bar. The operator provided soap for the hand sink.
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.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in the reach in freezer.
Covered waste receptacles not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2024.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a food preparation table in the prep area. The cell phone was properly stored.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable behind the bar.
Food stored on floor in the walk in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment on the cook line. The operator properly stored the knife.
In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The tongs were properly stored.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the bottom surface of the unfrozen margarita dispenser soiled with a black mold like substance.
Spoons stored upright with the food-contact surface up at the server expo line. The spoons were properly stored.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the entrance to the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered containers of raw beef stored stacked on top of each other. The operator properly stored and covered the containers of raw beef.
Walk in cooler floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with salt and sugar removed from original packaging not labeled in the storage area.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In Walk in cooler, observed, cooked beef (54F - Cooling ). Per operator, product was made yesterday. Operator discarded beef.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In Walk in cooler, observed, cooked beef (54F - Coooling). Per operator, product was made yesterday. Operator discarded beef.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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 three packages of Reduced Oxygen Packaged salmon not opened after thawing. Operator opened packages.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dish room, and front line of kitchen
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator replaced empty sanitizer with a new bucket. Secondary test; Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
Food stored in ice used for drinks. Lemons being stored in drink ice. Operator discarded affected ice, and moved pan of lemons See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At dishwasher Hand washing sink. Operator replenished towels
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. At mop sink and utility sink.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Near walk in freezer
Nov 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Outside back door. Educated operator about proper wastewater disposal
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator is remodeling a storage area inside the kitchen to allow a walk in freezer. Provided information to contact plan review about any equipment, seating or other changes from original plans of establishment
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. At front counter reach in cooler handle has duct tape repair.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In back prep area frozen meats thawing with no running water, operator turned water on
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old chemicals and equipment around dumpster
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.