Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala
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7859 Sw Hwy 200 Ste 105, Ocala, FL 34476Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala has 23 inspections on record dating back to 2016, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once in June 2018 for no handwashing. Since 2023, the establishment has received repeated high-priority violations across handwashing, employee health reporting, management awareness, chemical storage, and toxic substance control. Three inspections in the past 18 months resulted in administrative complaint recommendations: September 2024 cited seven high-priority violations including improper chemical storage and allergen awareness failures; October 2023 cited seven high-priority violations including improper cooking temperatures and time-as-control violations; May 2025 cited two high-priority violations including management awareness and toxic substance control. The facility received a $400 fine and was subject to one disciplinary action. A portable fire extinguisher was found with its gauge in the red zone in September 2024. The most recent inspection on September 11, 2025 found 15 violations including recurrent handwashing and employee health reporting issues, with the disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: June 11, 2018 for no handwashing.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)
Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018032083 | $400.00 | Jun 11, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 7 inspections36 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala last inspected?
- Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala last shut down?
- Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala was last shut down on June 11, 2018 for no handwashing. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala are: Management awareness, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala had?
- Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala find?
- Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala been fined?
- Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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