MR TEQUILA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
491 W CORTEZ RD, Bradenton FL 34207 · 941-751-9006
Last inspected Apr 14, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
JAN 25
MAR 25
MAY 25
DEC 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by approximately 3 live roaches found in bar area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025025999 | Mar 17, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $800 |
| 7--2024004950 | Dec 7, 2023 | Mar 4, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2019045768 | Sep 5, 2019 | Oct 2, 2019 | $400 |
| 7--2016052583 | Nov 1, 2016 | Dec 14, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in main kitchen area can opener soiled. Person in charge cleaned.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee preparing food with wrist watch on wrist. Employee removed and washed hands.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south side of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stored food not covered.observed in walk-in cooler stuffed peppers not covered.Person in charge covered food.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing watering dishroom area and walk-in cooler.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge mopped floors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid. Observed: Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid on south end of building. Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south side of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees
May 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. observed in walk-in cooler raw bacon over cut onions.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw bacon.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by back entrance.Person in charge filled paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin outside back kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing watering dishroom area and walk-in cooler.
Fresh salsa bins stored on floor in walk-in cooler Person in charge removed from floor.
Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid on south end of building. Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south side of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stored food not covered. Observed: Multiple Stored food not covered in reach in cooler and walk in freezer. Person in charge covered food. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Mar 18, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south side of kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mar 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by approximately 3 live roaches found in bar area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by back entrance.Person in charge filled paper towels.
2 Dead roaches in bar area and 1 dead roach in room next to bathroom.
Grease receptacle lid open on south end of building. Person in charge closed lid.
Open dumpster lid on south end of building. Person in charge closed lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south side of kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stored food not covered. Observed: Multiple Stored food not covered in reach in cooler and walk in freezer. Person in charge covered food. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 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. Observed in main kitchen area Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm); Person in charge ran dishwasher multiple times and Dishwasher (Chlorine recheck 100ppm).
Can opener surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Person in charge cleaned can opener.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting in dishwasher area. Person in charge separated dishes to air dry.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. oor area covered with standing water in dishwasher area and cooks line. Person in charge mopped floors. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employ
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south side of kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stored food not covered. Observed: Multiple Stored food not covered in reach in cooler and reach in freezer. Person in charge covered food. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observe employee cut head lettuce not washed. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge voluntarily discarded lettuce.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table In house made cheese sauce (109F - Hot Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge placed on stove to reheat to 165°F.
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. Observed in walk in cooler in house made cheese sauce date marked 9/4/24. Person in charge stated it was placed in walk in freezer on 9/4/24 and pulled from freezer on 9/10/24. Educated Person in charge on 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. Person in charge date marked 9/10/24.
Floor area covered with standing water in dishwasher area and cooks line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Multiple Stored food not covered in reach in cooler and reach in freezer. Person in charge covered food.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south side of kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observe employee cut head lettuce not washed. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge voluntarily discarded lettuce.
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear entrance door in back area of kitchen on South side of Building not self closing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Dec 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Walk in cooler Raw Beef (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (48F - Cold Holding) all date marked 12/4/23. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items and called for repair.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Walk in cooler Raw Beef (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (48F - Cold Holding) all date marked 12/4/23. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items and called for repair.
No soap provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area by exit door. Person in charge filled soap dispenser.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor area covered with standing water in dish room area and Walk in cooler in main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area above fryers and grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear entrance door in back area of kitchen on South side of Building not self closing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Walk in cooler in back area of main kitchen Cooked Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (47F - Cold Holding) Both products were date marked 9/9/2023. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Walk in cooler in back area of main kitchen Cooked Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (47F - Cold Holding) Both products were date marked 9/9/2023. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both items.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor area covered with standing water in dish room area and Walk in cooler in main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under all equipment in main kitchen area and Walk in cooler. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid in back area of parking lot on South side of building. Person in charge closed dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear entrance door in back area of kitchen on South side of Building not self closing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.