PLAZA MEXICO RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL
2390 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte FL 33952 · 941-391-5319
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flying insects in kitchen area, landing on food prep table while employee is prepping fish. Observed 4 flying insects in bar when lifting up soda gun on left hand side of the bar facing hostess station.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Apr 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at hose Bibb at back exterior of establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing a wiping cloth at ware washing area handwashing sink. Educated the employee that the hand wash sink is strictly for handwashing and for no other purpose.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup in the interior of Walk in Cooler door handles. Operator cleaned the door handle.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard at cookline. Employee placed beard guard over their beard.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair at Walk in Cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scraper in standing water 84F next to Flat Grill. Operator removed the water.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish in standing water at 2 compartment sink. Operator placed cold running water over the frozen fish.
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf. Operator placed the containers on the side to allow airflow.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice bin at bar. Operator removed the handle touching the ice.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa 45F at ice bath. Added more ice to cool it 39F.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching the flour at flour container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food item with no cover at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food items with lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at prep table. Operator placed it in the sanitizer solution.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed Raid household pesticide at shelf above 2 compartment sink. Operator discarded the pesticide/insecticide.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine sanitizer spray bottle over 200ppm on test strip. Corrected to 100ppm by adding more water.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray bottle not labeled. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wet wiping cloth sanitizer bucket on the floor at wait station. Operator placed the sanitizer in a new wiping cloth bucket and placed on shelf.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over sour cream at exterior Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items at Walk in Cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker next to 2 compartment sink. Operator placed vacuum during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at men's restroom handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash 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.
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at side exterior of establishment.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopy of foodhandler training certificate. Educated the operator of needing to be the original.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth underneath the cutting board at Make Table. Operator removed the wet wiping cloth from underneath the cutting board.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over salsa at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed refried beans not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on the back exterior of walk in cooler handle. Operator cleaned the handle.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no air flow to dry the containers in a timely manner. Operator removed the containers from being stacked to allow air flow.
Apr 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 18, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flying insects in kitchen area, landing on food prep table while employee is prepping fish. Observed 4 flying insects in bar when lifting up soda gun on left hand side of the bar facing hostess station.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tortillas in non food grade bags on cook line. Observed cook putting tortillas in plastic food grade bags
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed dish washer in dish area with raw shrimp, prepping and no hair restraint. Observed operator giving hair net to dishwasher, and dishwasher putting on hair net.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in dry storage seasonings in containers with out identifying labels on them. Observed employees working on labels
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa 55F at ice bath next to ice machine. Operator added more ice and water to rapid chill to bring temperature down to 41F or below.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed whip cream at wait station at reach in cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed soiled cutting board at Make Table.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed low pressure on hot side at wait station handwash sink. Educated and informed the operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed equipment item at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the item.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food at wait station Reach in Cooler. Operator segregated and identified employees food items.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed various locations at establishment. Operator in the process of sealing the concrete floor.
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa 59F at prep table. Operator placed in Walk in Cooler to rapid chill to 41F and/or below.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to exterior mop sink and at the exterior side entry of the establishment.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at various locations throughout the kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle touching ice at interior of ice machine. Operator removed the handle from touching.
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