Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 12, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Fort Pierce average 87, so Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
50
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Two Beef rolls inside sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Double door reach in cooler in front.
14-11-5
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Reach in cooler, avocados still had the stickers on them. Operator removed the stickers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
82
Aug 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink at front kitchen. Informed Manager. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Informed Manager. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cup at service station.
24-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Pan of ground beef in cooks cooler. Educate employee. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. In front service station. Informed Manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-12-4
67
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles of coolers at front kitchen soiled. Gasket soiled at cook line reach-in **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. In back room cases of water on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In back kitchen bulk storage containers.
02D-01-5
74
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cooked beans found cooling over night in portion container at room temperature at 90 degrees. **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ranging 100 degrees to 90
01B-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Prepared sauces in 2 door reach in cooler in the back kitchen. Flan dated 3/5 operator stated her mind is still in march. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Children Tylenol.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Menu states red snapper what was provided was snapper. Informed operator to make corrections on menu they state they are working on a new menu. Informed them to remove RED on menus they use currently. **Warning**
52-04-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooling in portioned cover plastic container at room temperature over night. **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Soda nozzles soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. +30F
05-05-4
Intermediate - Ceviche on menu states cooked in lime juice when asked they state fish is cooked in microwave before serving. **Warning**
52-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Back kitchen and dining area. Ceiling fan above prep table in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By mop sink
36-03-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Plastic containers cracked and appear to have melted.
14-13-4
Basic - Gasket soiled at cook line reach in.
23-03-4
Basic - Hood heavily soiled with grease dripping on clean utensils in the front cook line.
36-68-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign in men bathroom and sink at back kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reusing plastic handled containers for prepared foods and dry goods.
25-32-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk storage containers. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
19
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering.
How does Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?
Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Pierce average of 87.
Has Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant and Catering is inspected around two times per year on average.
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