RIO BRAVO MEXICAN RESTAURANT GULF BREEZE INC
3755 GULF BREEZE PKWY UNITS I, J, H, Gulf Breeze FL 32563 · 850-393-9951
Last inspected Oct 30, 2025 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 16 points better than where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Queso 56/55/67/63f inside walk in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019046313 | Aug 28, 2019 | Oct 2, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items inside walk in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Multiple containers food items in both walk in cooler.
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Sep 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items inside walk in cooler. Operator placed date marked on items.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Mar 24, 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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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers inside walk in freezer.
Oct 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of steak over box produce. Operator removed item.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand washing station in kitchen adjacent to upright oven. Two compartment sink put in place of hand washing station.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasons bins underneath table.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Queso 56/55/67/63f inside walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pre cook fish inside walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Queso 56/55/67/63f inside walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food containers in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple items inside hand washing station at bar.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar bin on cook line.
Oct 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Multiple items inside walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Temperature for the following items inside upright reach in cooler back kitchen. All items held over night. Black beans 67f,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature for the following items inside upright reach in cooler back kitchen. All items held over night. Black beans 67f. The following items held over night, items held inside walk in cooler: queso 51f, beef 54f, black beans 52f, chicken 49f,
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bug fogger stored on shelf with ready to eat items, in back kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any 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 exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside sugar bin in front kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright reach in cooler in back kitchen next to side door.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef inside pot thawing at room temperature.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container next to hand washing station front kitchen.
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.