TIENDA Y RESTAURANT TEQUILAS
639 10 ST, East Palmetto FL 34221 · 941-723-7443
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Observed no written plan in place.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen corn stored in direct contact with to go bag in standing reach in Freezer near cook line. Employee removed corn and placed in ziploc bag.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator corrected storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed unpackaged raw chicken container stored on top raw frozen beef container in standing reach in freezer in storage area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food press soiled on dry storage rack in kitchen.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle containing chemical not labeled. Operator label bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine in dry storage area soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in back dry storage area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans on drying rack wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed 2 inch gap when screen exterior door in kitchen is closed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Hood filters soiled.
Mar 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe the server hand sink used to dump ice. Instructed operator on to proper use.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed a grease buildup around the receptacle.
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a container of raw beef steroid over unprepared peppers in the walk in cooler. Advised operator to move the product.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meats steroid over cooked beans in the walk in cooler. Advised the operator to move the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in their make table: Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Beef (48F - Cold Holding); Shrimp (48F - Cold Holding). Operator states it was setup approximately 3hrs ago. Operator moved most of the food to the walk in cooler and placed some on ice.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed soap containers stored with food in the dry storage area. And observed a sanitizer bucket stored on top of a box of oil. Operated removed them.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe the server hand sink used to dump ice. Instructed operator on to proper use.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2024s license posted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys stored above food they had thawing. Operator removed them.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed a grease buildup around the receptacle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet towel under their cutting board. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris buildup on the can opener holder no grease and food debris buildup in between the fryers.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed their back self closing door device broken.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service to go cups not inverted.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed the walk in cooler fan covers with debris buildup.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the walk in cooler shelves with rust buildup.
Aug 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on ice machine filter.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2024 license posted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board grooved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on food prep table. Employee removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in back kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves pitted with rust.
- From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed light switch plate at walk in cooler cracked. Observed light switch outlet by food prep line uncovered.
Aug 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate11 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. Observed dish machine not sanitizing. 0 ppm.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strip on site.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no sign at front kitchen hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle at bar. Owner labeled.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on ice machine filter.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no lid in employee unisex restroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2024 license posted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board grooved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on food prep table. Employee removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear exterior door of kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at front hand sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee red bull in walk in cooler. Owner threw out.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in back kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves pitted with rust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not labeled. Owner labeled.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed light switch plate at walk in cooler cracked. Observed light switch outlet by food prep line uncovered.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. 2024 posted.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear exterior kitchen door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on door handle. Operator moved.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at wait staff hand sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with heavy grease buildup.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed some rust on walk in shelves.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label on sugar container. Owner labeled.
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice in non food grade bag on steam line. Owner removed rice from bag.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over cooked octopus in reach in freezer. Owner moved fish to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Obviously cooked pepper sauce hot held at 92f. Owner placed in steam table.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quantenary test strips on site.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at bar sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory in place. T bone steak on menu. Inspector provided consumer advisory.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two unlabeled spray bottles with yellow liquid in them. Owner labeled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile in kitchen hallway. Observed missing tiles in front of walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed, owner put up current license.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on shelf above food prep table. Owner moved cell phone. observed dirty aprons stored on shelf next to crackers and tea bags. Owner moved.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on the floor in hallway. Owner moved oil to dunnage rack.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed no self closer on rear exterior door.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Aluminum foil and food pans stored on shelf next to paint. Owner removed foil and pans.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed flatware stored prong up. Owner placed handles up.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted/pitted shelves in walk-in coolers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall by flip top cooler soiled.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed open electrical box by flat top grill.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Observed no written plan in place.
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. Observed some employees with no written plan.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear exterior kitchen door.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior kitchen door with no closer.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed single door flip top on food line not holding temperatures. Manager stated foods had only been in cooler for 2-2.5 hours. Employees moved time and temperature controlled foods for safety to 2 door reach in cooler at proper temperature. Temperatures of foods were tomatoes 62F, lettuce 67F,pork51and chicken 52F.F
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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap bottom left corner of exterior kitchen door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink in bar area and no sign at front hand sink by ice machine.
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.