Blue Tequila in North Port

Last inspected:

14525 Tamiami Trl 5,6,7, North Port, FL 34287
Overview

Blue Tequila in North Port has recorded 22 inspections and 158 violations over its inspection history, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection—notably higher than the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Shell stock requirements violations appear in nearly every recent inspection, as do deficiencies in hand and arm washing, employee health policy, food contact surface sanitation, and chemical storage. High-priority violations for proper cooking temperatures, parasite destruction, and time-temperature control for safety-sensitive foods (shell stock) have been cited repeatedly across 2024 and 2025. A fire safety violation was documented on March 14, 2022, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge next to the dishwasher area was found in the red zone. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 identified 2 high-priority violations and 8 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
158Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Blue Tequila in North Port: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 7.2 violations / inspection 7.2 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Blue Tequila in North Port: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher next to dishwasher area gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.

Blue Tequila in North Port: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Blue Tequila in North Port: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Tequila in North Port last inspected?
Blue Tequila in North Port was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Blue Tequila in North Port?
The most frequently cited violations at Blue Tequila in North Port are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Blue Tequila in North Port had?
Blue Tequila in North Port has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Blue Tequila in North Port find?
Blue Tequila in North Port was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Blue Tequila in North Port ever been shut down?
No, Blue Tequila in North Port has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
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 Blue Tequila in North Port had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Blue Tequila in North Port has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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