Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
41
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 4, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar's latest score of 41 falls below the Fort Myers average of 80. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in dishwash area. Operator placed vacuum breaker on hose bibb. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chopped meat stored over raw shrimp and raw scallops in drawer reach in cooler at cook line. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Oysters tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash in dishwash area sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator fixed paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sesame seeds in dry storage.
14-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator fixed mops. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Open dumpster and grease receptacle lid. Educated operator on importance of keeping lids closed. Operator closed lids. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in dry storage. Operator placed onions on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
12B-12-5
41
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. In walk-in cooler, raw beef over raw ready-to-eat shucked oysters. Operator separated for proper food protection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-16-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler raw ground beef over cooked pork. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. At bar observed black sea salt with activated charcoal. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line far right, cooked rice (111F - Hot Holding) measured towards top of unit, per operator 3 hours 45 minutes. Operator stirred and temperature reached 134F throughout. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Operator unable to provide 90 days of tags at time of inspection. Operator provided 2 tags, operator states approximately 10 tags are missing. Spoke with operator regarding importance of keeping tags for 90 days available. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not installed in food preparation area. At front entrance to restaurant pastry display area, observed ice cream container partially used, with scoop inside. In use utensils including scoop, spatula in water. Plateware, portion cups, sauces and piping bags with food stored for garnish, a microwave and silverware. Operator had previously applied for plan review with requirement to add handwash sink, file number 349966. No handwash sink has been installed. Operator must discontinue all food preparation and remove associated prep and food equipment from area or install handwash sink where required. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator printed and hung sign at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02A-01-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine - soiled surface between uses. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. In dry storage 8-10 containers herbs or spices not stored covered. Operator covered with foil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Open dumpster and grease receptacle lids. Operator closed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. **Warning**
33-20-4
33
Aug 26, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time extension given 60 days from original report to allow operator time to submit for plan review. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: Time extension given 60 days from original report to submit for plan review. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: No approved plans or HQ number available at time of inspection. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
90
Sep 25, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in dishwashing area, improperly installed at mop sink, two way splitter installed in outside dumpster area missing two vacuum breakers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Middle reach-in cooler drawers under main grill raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Also in cooler across from main grill middle, sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Operator closed lid iced down foods and discussed keeping lid closed with cook. Operator iced down foods for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: Middle reach-in cooler drawers under main grill raw beef (34F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (36F - Cold Holding) In cooler across from main grill middle, sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding), soft white cheese (47F cold holding) cut lettuce (49F cold holding) for 2 hours per operator. Operator voluntarily discarded foods. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster and grease receptacle lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water leaking from faucet at front of main dish machine, pipes under dish machine, creating standing water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
61
Sep 4, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in dishwashing area, improperly installed at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Printed sign for operator, sign was hung prominently at host stand by entrance to establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-01-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Establishment not currently keeping tags. Provided handout and discussed tag maintenance with operator.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method. Raw shelled oysters ambient cooling in walk-in cooler left in large, dense container. Operator added ice to ensure rapid cooling, within 15 minutes temperature reached 38F, fully cooled. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. Establishment is already on warning for this violation from a previous inspection. Callback is due on 10/20/2024.
51-16-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Bar and wait staff handling food, employed more than 60 days, no proof of training. Since last routine inspection, operator has begun scheduling staff for training. **Corrective Action Taken**
53B-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In dry storage for rice and beans.
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In bar, ice scoop and drink stirs in standing water 78F. Operator discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters stored uncovered by front drink station. Operator covered filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
45
Aug 23, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
47
Jul 26, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile inside walk in freezer damaged at entrance and back wall.
36-17-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar.
How does Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar 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.
How often is Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Casa Blanca Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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