TIERRA MEXICAN GRILL CANTINA BAR
7750 NOVA DR A1, Davie FL 33324 · 7866959590
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
MAR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
APR 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 36 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat corn in the large lowboy cooler in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler in the kitchen cooked peppers (51F - Cold Holding); rice (48F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (48F - Cold Holding) and the big lowboy cooler in the kitchen raw fish (46F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, items were removed from walk in cooler approximately 1 hour ago. Operator placed into cooler to quick chill.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at back handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
No soap provided at back handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knives from cracks.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed wiping cloth.
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator corrected to 100ppm.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the handwashing sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at the bar. Operator stored properly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator placed on grill to heat up to 135F+.
Jan 8, 2026Inspection 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in the kitchen used to dispense filtered water for customers. Advised operator to only use this sink for handwashing and to use a different sink for filtered water.
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 4 employees handling food with no Certified Food Service Manager present.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near the handwashing sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container of flour in the kitchen with a scoop handle that was in contact with the food. Operator removed scoop.
Sep 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw steak stored over ready-to-eat vegetables in lowboy cooler on cook line. Operator stored properly.
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. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); beef croquettes (46F - Cold Holding); shrimp croquettes (46F - Cold Holding); chicken taco (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw fish (44F - Cold Holding). Being held in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 1.5 hours with no changes in temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); beef croquettes (46F - Cold Holding); shrimp croquettes (46F - Cold Holding); chicken taco (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw fish (44F - Cold Holding). Being held in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 1.5 hours with no changes in temperature. See Stop Sale
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink at bar with a sponge and other dishwashing supplies in the sink. Advised operator to only using handwashing sink to wash hands. Operator removed dishwashing supplies.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide chlorine test kit at time of inspection.
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/
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in mop sink area CO2 tank not secured.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil on floor near walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine in kitchen. Operator removed ice scoop.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives in between prep table and steam table on cook line. Operator removed knives.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on cook line in standing water at 82F. Operator disposed of water.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink at the bar.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken breast not commercially packaged stored over bags of plantains in low boy freezer located by cook line.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a container of raw fish stored on top of lemons in walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container and scoop stored in the hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to three compartment sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available 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 black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior left and right side with accumulation of black/green mold-like substance
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured Mop storage area
Food stored on floor. Observed box of limes stored on kitchen floor. Bag of onions on walk-in cooler floor
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine the handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils stored in standing water temperature 97F on top of convection oven.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken breasts 27F defrosting on counter at room temperature in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting inside mop bucket.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jan 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.