Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
58
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant's 58 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken stored over container of raw beef. Educated operator on proper storage of raw foods. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand wash sinks at entrance to bar. Operator fixed dispensers. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sinks at end of cook line and women's restroom not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator fixed dispensers. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense corn. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed ac leaking from ceiling above chemicals. Operator has work order in place to fix. **Corrective Action Taken**
28-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with residue on outside of ice bins and equipment at bar. Employees started cleaning equipment. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
58
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On front line in kitchen housemade tomato salsa (50F - Cold Holding) for two hours per operator.
03A-02-5
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. Dishwasher Bar (Chlorine 0ppm) after running three times. Sanitizer bucket empty. Operator replaced,
22-41-4
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Multiple behind bar.
41-24-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw chicken over raw beef, raw fish. Operator moved to bottom shelf for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle in bar farthest from kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In all three bins behind bar. Ice cream scoop handle in contact with ice cream, reach-in freezer at entrance to kitchen.
10-08-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at entrance to kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on cook line reach-in cooler drawers.
14-11-5
37
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Cinnamon sugar stored in non food grade container next to ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Cinnamon sugar stored in non food grade container next to ice machine. **Time Extended**
14-15-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In Beer walk-in cooler ; housemade tomato salsa (47F at 12:00 to 47F at 1:05 - Cooling) ambient cooling in 5 gallon plastic bucket with cover. Operator uncovered container, discussed cooling techniques with operator. Operator states they will use ice to encourage proper cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: In beer walk-in cooler housemade tomato salsa ambient cooling in 5 gallon plastic bucket with cover for one hour per operator. **Time Extended**
03D-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buckets stored on floor between uses at entrance to kitchen. Operator hung the buckets. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Ice buckets stored on floor between uses at entrance to kitchen. **Time Extended**
10-14-5
74
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Cinnamon sugar stored in non food grade container next to ice machine. **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled, hands not prop washed. Observed cooked touching raw beef, then handling other foods and work surfaces, utensils and wiping cloth with soiled gloves. Discussed with operator proper glove use and when to wash hands, operator discussed with employee who promptly washed hands and donned new gloves before continuing work. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach-in cooler drawers cook line, fully thawed salmon in labeled reduced-oxygen packaging. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line steam well housemade cheese sauce (111F - Hot Holding) for two hours per operator. Operator moved to microwave for rapid reheating. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In Beer walk-in cooler ; housemade tomato salsa (47F at 12:00 to 47F at 1:05 - Cooling) ambient cooling in 5 gallon plastic bucket with cover. Operator uncovered container, discussed cooling techniques with operator. Operator states they will use ice to encourage proper cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 3 cooks and three server/bartenders present handling food, no certified food managerA present. Certified food managerA arrived at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.A **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach-in cooler drawers cook line, fully thawed salmon in labeled reduced-oxygen packaging. See stop sale. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Ice buckets stored on floor between uses at entrance to kitchen. Operator hung the buckets. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-14-5
33
Aug 7, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.A All employees must review and sign form prior to opening.
11-26-1
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. By dishwasher, two main reach-in coolers on cook line.
05-09-4
78
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle over three compartment sink
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen has a mold like substance on the ice curtain.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing above three compartment sink
36-36-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Build up of food debris under storage rack in cooks line and around floor drains behind bar. Repeat form 01-10-2023. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink on cooks line.
31B-04-4
74
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing vacuum breaker in mop sink for splitter.
29-34-4
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 Chlorine machine at 0 ppm
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw egg shells over prepped veggies. Operator removed and rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris behind walls in the kitchen area.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed sugar bag open exposed to splash from Hand washing sink by dishwashing area .
08B-36-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth in Hand washing sink by dishwashing area. Operator removed wet cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant.
How does Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mr Tequila Mexican Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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