Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin
Last inspected:
1110 N Us Hwy 41, Ruskin, FL 33570El Rodeo Mexican Bar and Grill in Ruskin has accumulated 214 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent and fly activity. In July 2022, inspectors returned on four consecutive days citing repeated non-compliance, with an administrative complaint recommended after 14 violations including four high-priority items. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Top recurring violations involve premises cleanliness, ventilation, and employee health policies.
Most recent closure: May 16, 2022 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8.3
violations / inspection
8.3 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.68
violations / inspection
5.68 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin: Emergency Closure History (1)
Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022025384 | $400.00 | May 16, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. By chest freezer
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.
Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections47 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin last inspected?
- Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin last shut down?
- Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin was last shut down on May 16, 2022 for rodent & fly 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 Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin are: Premises clean, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin had?
- Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin has had 30 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 Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin find?
- Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin was most recently inspected on September 16, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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.
- Has Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin been fined?
- Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Vintage Passion Tequila Mexican Restaurant and Grill in Ruskin operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Casa Don Juan Mexican Restaurant (2016).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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