Rio Bravo in Pensacola
Last inspected:
5030 Bayou Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32503Rio Bravo in Pensacola has accumulated 159 violations across 45 inspections since 2017, averaging 3.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, in 2023 and 2025, for sewage issues. Fire safety violations included a missing hood filter, non-functional suppression nozzles, and a blocked exit. The restaurant received one disciplinary action with an $800 fine.
Most recent closure: June 4, 2025 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rio Bravo in Pensacola: Comparison to Escambia County Averages
This Facility
3.5
violations / inspection
3.5 violations per inspection
Escambia County Avg
2
violations / inspection
2 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Escambia County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Rio Bravo in Pensacola: Emergency Closure History (2)
Rio Bravo in Pensacola: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025046744 | $800.00 | Jun 4, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Rio Bravo in Pensacola: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Hood filter missing at back cook line. For reporting purposes only.
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 · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable ABC fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable ABC fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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 in Pensacola: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 6 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections26 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 10 inspections21 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Rio Bravo in Pensacola: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rio Bravo in Pensacola last inspected?
- Rio Bravo in Pensacola was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Rio Bravo in Pensacola last shut down?
- Rio Bravo in Pensacola was last shut down on June 4, 2025 for sewage leaks. 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 in Pensacola?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rio Bravo in Pensacola are: Premises clean, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Rio Bravo in Pensacola had?
- Rio Bravo in Pensacola has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rio Bravo in Pensacola find?
- Rio Bravo in Pensacola was most recently inspected on August 14, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rio Bravo in Pensacola ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rio Bravo in Pensacola has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 in Pensacola had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Rio Bravo in Pensacola has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Rio Bravo in Pensacola faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rio Bravo in Pensacola has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Rio Bravo in Pensacola been fined?
- Rio Bravo in Pensacola has been fined a total of $800.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Nearby Establishments to Rio Bravo
Poor Inspection Records Near Pensacola
Stories You May Have Missed Pensacola
Pensacola Donut Shop Emergency-Closed for Fly Activity, Reopens Next Day
State inspectors shut down Delicious Donuts on Gulf Beach Hwy on April 29 after finding fly activity, the shop's second …
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Rio Bravo. How we collect and verify this data.