McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta
Last inspected:
518 N Us Hwy 1, Tequesta, FL 33469McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta has accumulated 119 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection — at the statewide average. High-priority violations have been a persistent issue: employee health reporting violations appeared in 8 inspections, proper hand-washing violations in 7 inspections, and management awareness violations in 5 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in 2023 and 2019 for improper propane tank storage inside the building, and in 2020 for electrical wiring in disrepair. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 resulted in compliance after a warning issued on January 13, 2026 for 24 violations including four high-priority findings related to management awareness, employee health reporting, hand-washing, and consumer advisory requirements. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023054061 | $200.00 | Sep 13, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta last inspected?
- McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta?
- The most frequently cited violations at McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta had?
- McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta find?
- McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta ever been shut down?
- No, McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta 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.
- Has McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta been fined?
- McCarthy's Pub in Tequesta has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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