Aqua Tequila

8950 Us Hwy 301 N Ste 133, Parrish, FL 34219

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2026, Aqua Tequila has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 21, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.

“Employee personal items stored” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Parrish average 81, so Aqua Tequila trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored above ready to eat dessert in reach in cooler. Employee Removed bacon. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**

29-42-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle containing a purple chemical stored near mop sink with no label. **Warning**

41-17-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet at hand sink next to dish machine leaking. **Warning**

29-11-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee open drink stored in reach in cooler next to ready to eat food. Employee removed open drink from reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

40-06-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed bar ice machine with ice scoop handle in direct contact with ice. Employee removed handle from ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-08-5

Feb 20, 2026

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher handle dirty dishes with gloves and proceed to handle clean dishes without removing gloves and washing hands. Dishwasher removed gloves and washed hands as well as rewashed the clean dishes. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-13-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink without hot running water. Manager turned on water to handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food storage containers stored wet nesting on dish washing room shelf.

24-08-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor under hand washing sink near oven.

36-22-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups in cardboard box stored on floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker stored above corn meal on dry storage shelf. Manager removed speaker. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Jan 28, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aqua Tequila last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aqua Tequila on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aqua Tequila?

Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Aqua Tequila.

How does Aqua Tequila compare to other restaurants in Parrish?

Aqua Tequila most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Parrish average of 81.

Has Aqua Tequila's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Aqua Tequila have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Aqua Tequila 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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