Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice
Last inspected:
405 Us Highway 41 Bypass N, Venice, FL 34285Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice has accumulated 178 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Inspectors cited one fire safety violation in 2016 for a missing portable fire extinguisher and improper Ansel system placement. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recurring violations include improper ventilation (15 citations), improper hand and arm washing (10), and unapproved food sources (9).
Most recent closure: August 24, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Sarasota County Avg
0.11
closures / facility
0.11 county average
Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 14:20:00 |
Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015037899 | $400.00 | Aug 24, 2015 | Tampa |
Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No portable fire extinguisher present. For reporting purposes only. Ansel system not properly located over cooking equipment. Moved items in kitchen.
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.
Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 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· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice last inspected?
- Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice last shut down?
- Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice was last shut down on August 24, 2015 for roach 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 Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations at Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice had?
- Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice find?
- Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice ever been shut down?
- Yes, Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice been fined?
- Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill in Venice has been fined a total of $400.00 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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