Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze
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3755 Gulf Breeze Pkwy Units I, J, H, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant in Gulf Breeze has accumulated 205 violations across 30 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for flies. Fire safety inspections documented electrical wiring in disrepair and a circuit breaker box positioned next to the walk-in cooler door, cited in both 2022 inspections. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Top recurring violations include proper hand and arm washing, employee health reporting, and clean multi-use utensil handling.
Most recent closure: August 28, 2019 for flies.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze: Comparison to Santa Rosa County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Santa Rosa County Avg
2.21
violations / inspection
2.21 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Santa Rosa County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze: Emergency Closure History (1)
Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019046313 | $400.00 | Aug 28, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Circuit breaker box next to walk in cooler door kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-06: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Circuit breaker box next to walk in cooler door kitchen.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 8 inspections35 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 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.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze last inspected?
- Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze last shut down?
- Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze was last shut down on August 28, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze had?
- Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze find?
- Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze was most recently inspected on October 30, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze been fined?
- Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant Gulf Breeze INC in Gulf Breeze has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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.
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