El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona
Last inspected:
1784 S Ridgewood Ave, South Daytona, FL 32119El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona has accumulated 388 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 per visit. The facility operated under the prior name Maria Bonita's in 2015. State fire records show five fire safety violations, including a propane tank stored inside the building in 2021 (which was corrected on-site) and again in 2019, plus electrical wiring in disrepair cited in 2026. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of high-priority violations: July 2025 brought nine high-priority violations in a single visit, followed by multiple callback inspections in September 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg
5.87
violations / inspection
5.87 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Volusia County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019029373 | $400.00 | Mar 25, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019005094 | $400.00 | Nov 21, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Exposed wires outside at the back door, appears to be for door bell
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 · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. In office **Corrected On-Site**
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
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. 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
— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: LP tank stored in storage room. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (6) Attics, basements, boiler rooms, meter rooms, laundry rooms, and storage rooms shall be kept clean and free of debris and flammables. For reporting purposes only.
El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 5 inspections36 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections37 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 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
— 4 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections37 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona last inspected?
- El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona had?
- El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona find?
- El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona ever been shut down?
- No, El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona been fined?
- El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant in South Daytona operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Maria Bonita's (2015).
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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).
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