Tequesta — Food Safety Records
Tequesta, Florida has 38 food establishments with 814 inspections on record. The pass rate is 86.8%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 4.1 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,200 assessed to Rancho Chico in Tequesta on March 30, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Tequesta Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Tequesta
86.8%
Pass Rate
86.8%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Tequesta
4.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Tequesta
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Tequesta Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 10,520 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 8,399 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 7,157 |
| 01 | Management awareness | 7,107 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 6,898 |
Tequesta Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 30, 2026 | Rancho Chico | $1,200 | 2--2026011058 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Hog Snappers Shack & Sushi | $800 | 2--2026015910 |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Bagel Bistro | $800 | 2--2025086702 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Bellini's Eatery | $720 | 2--2025086238 |
| Oct 8, 2025 | Rancho Chico | $600 | 2--2025068425 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Nimo Coastal Mediterranean | $400 | 2--2025070068 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | Eataliano Panini Bar | $400 | 2--2025063162 |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Riko's Pizza | $400 | 2--2025063134 |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Buco Restaurant & Bar | $360 | 2--2026038050 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | Jupiter Hills Club | $320 | 2--2025086687 |
Tequesta Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Cooking without hood suppression | 7 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 3 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 2 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 1 |
Tequesta: Notable Restaurants
Rancho Chico
36 inspections
213 violations
2 closures
Blue Pointe Bar and Grill
40 inspections
187 violations
2 closures
Greek Taverna
18 inspections
95 violations
2 closures
718 Cafe & Grill
35 inspections
219 violations
1 closures
Tequesta Table
26 inspections
134 violations
Riko's Pizza
24 inspections
90 violations
Tequesta: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
Tequesta Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Tequesta?
- Tequesta, Florida has 38 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Tequesta?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Tequesta is 86.8%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- What are the most common health violations in Tequesta?
- The most frequently cited violations in Tequesta are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Tequesta?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Tequesta with 1 establishments.
- How does Tequesta compare to the Florida state average?
- Tequesta has a pass rate of 86.8%, which is 1 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 4.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Tequesta?
- Food establishments in Tequesta have an average of 21.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Tequesta been assessed?
- Food establishments in Tequesta have been assessed $21,720 in fines across 41 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $530 and the largest single fine was $5,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Tequesta restaurants?
- 16 fire safety violations have been documented across 10 food establishments in Tequesta. The most common issue is cooking without hood suppression.
Tequesta Restaurants & Food Establishments (37)
Buco Restaurant & Bar
566 N US HWY 1, Tequesta
22 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Mar 2026Riko's Pizza
560 N US HWY, Tequesta
24 inspections · 90 violations · Last: Jun 2026Thai Lotus Restaurant
137 N US HWY 1, Tequesta
21 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Feb 2026Jupiter Hills Club
11800 SE HILLCLUB TER, Tequesta
23 inspections · 77 violations · Last: Apr 2026Bellini's Eatery
241 S US HWY 1, Tequesta
16 inspections · 74 violations · Last: Jan 2026Salty Zebra/locals Pub
375-381 TEQUESTA DR, Tequesta
13 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Apr 20263 Natives
251 US HWY 1 SOUTH, Tequesta
17 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jan 2026Nimo Coastal Mediterranean
157 N US HWY 1, Tequesta
18 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Aug 2025Dunkin Donuts #95
722 N US 1, Tequesta
15 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Oct 2025Sunshine Ice Cream
674 N US HWY 1, Tequesta
12 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Jan 2026Il Professore Fine Italian Restaurant
620-626 N US 1, Tequesta
16 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Feb 2026Mood
235 S US HIGHWAY 1, Tequesta
11 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Nov 2025Turtle Creek Club Halfway House
2 CLUB CIR, Tequesta
17 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Oct 2025Domino's
668 N US HWY 1, Tequesta
15 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2025Golden Juicery and Cafe Tequesta
236 US RTE 1, Tequesta
6 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Feb 2026Jupiter Hills Club Halfway Hse
11800 SE HILLS CLUB TER, Tequesta
18 inspections · 19 violations · Last: Oct 2025Village Scoop Shack LLC
367 TEQUESTA DR, Tequesta
5 inspections · 9 violations · Last: Aug 2025
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