3 Tequila's
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
37
Score
3 Tequila's has been inspected seven times since 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 28, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to five violations.
The pattern that stands out is “ready-to-eat”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Boynton Beach restaurant, which scores around 79. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
4
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Flip top cooler across from stove ; raw chicken (43-52F); raw steak (41-47F). Per operator food was not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Observed food stored past the fill line. Operator removed and placed into walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed male server washed hands less than 15 seconds. Instructed employee to wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-17-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed server washed hands with no soap. Discussed proper handwashing procedures with manager. Server washed hands.
12A-20-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not date marked. Per operator milk was opened yesterday at noon. 25 hours has passed. Operator date marked 1/27/26. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked tamales not date marked. Per operator food was prepared yesterday at noon. Per operator 25 hours has passed . Operator date marked 1/27/26. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to containers after cleaning at warewashing area.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak thawing at room temperature. Operator moved to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open .
33-16-4
37
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed below in flip top cooler closest to handwashing sink raw pork stored over dressings. Operator stored raw pork properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler burrito sauce (cooked vegetables) not labeled. Per operator food was prepared 1/6/26. Operator labeled 1/6/26. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle near ware washing station not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed food storage container cracked at ware washing station.
14-38-4
67
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at bar area handwashing sink cups stored inside. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler cooked chicken not date marked. Operator labeled 9/2/25. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
70
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler #1 raw pork stored over raw fish. Operator stored raw pork properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler chicken and pork not date marked. Operator prepared 06/22/25. Operator placed date mark on both. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
67
Jun 6, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Tequila's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Tequila's on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 3 Tequila's?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 3 Tequila's.
How does 3 Tequila's compare to other restaurants in Boynton Beach?
3 Tequila's most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Boynton Beach average of 79.
Has 3 Tequila's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at 3 Tequila's have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 3 Tequila's means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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