Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton
Last inspected:
491 W Cortez Rd, Bradenton, FL 34207Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton has accumulated 220 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for roach activity. In March 2025, inspectors recommended an emergency order after finding continued violations. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines, with the most common violations involving improper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and single-use items.
Most recent closure: March 17, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton: Emergency Closure History (2)
Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025025999 | $800.00 | Mar 17, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2024004950 | $200.00 | Dec 7, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019045768 | $400.00 | Sep 5, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2016052583 | $200.00 | Nov 1, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections35 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton last inspected?
- Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton last shut down?
- Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton was last shut down on March 17, 2025 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton had?
- Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton find?
- Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton been fined?
- Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Bradenton has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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