Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill

880 A1A N Ste 18B, Ponte Vedra, FL 32082
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 6, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Ponte Vedra restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 23, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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/. Change of ownership has added and moved multiple sinks, ware washing equipment, water heater, and other equipment throughout the establishment from the original approved plans. There are also no barriers between food preparation area and seating areas in private sushi bar areas. **Warning**
51-16-7
90
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
14
Jan 6, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Ponte Vedra?

Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Ponte Vedra average of 69.

Has Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill 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 Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mezcal Cantina Authentic Mexican Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.