Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
55
Score
Across the available record, Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 16, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Live” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Venice facility scores 79, putting Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese dice tomatoes and onions on fresh made guacamole push cart in dining room at 57F each. Operator removed items from use and voluntarily disposed of them. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cooks line.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shredded meats, dice vegetables and cooked seafood in walk-in cooler and reach-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile in kitchen shows damage from water.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling vents in kitchen dishwasher area soiled with accumulated dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed refried beans and cheese sauce in walk-in cooler not covered. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. protected. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
55
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
41-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles and spice shakes at cooks line not labeled.
02D-01-5
86
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed aspirin bottle over food on top shelf of rack at cooks line. Observed op remove aspirin. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 25 small flying insects at dishwasher area near trash can and dirty dishes. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed cans of Raid bug spray in cabinet at wait staff service line. Observed operator remove pesticide. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-05-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Repeat 8-23-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed tub of cut onions on floor at cooks line. Observed cases of avocados on floor in dry storage. Observed employee move items off floor. Repeat 8-23-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-beer cooler at bar. Repeat 8-23-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
52
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
70
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pans in hand sink at cooks line. Observed employee remove pans. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. Repeat 8-9-22
11-07-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide by prep area not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.Observed employee soda bottles on cooks line. Observed employees remove soda bottles from work area. Repeat 8-9-22 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at clean pan rack by dishwasher area. Repeat 8-9-22 **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in Walk-in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at bar. Observed operator clean drain on cooler and drain out standing water. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
61
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs on shelf above open tub of jamaica punch beverage. Observed operator move eggs to shelf away from ready to eat foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed wd-40 on shelf above clean equipment. Observed operator remove wd-40 and place in chemical storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 12 small flying insects at dishwasher area landing on clean dishes. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage ad reference material. **Warning**
11-07-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in back of kitchen near mop sink. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean utensils stored in dirty bin on clean dish rack by dishwasher area. **Warning**
24-06-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at dish rack by dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed Walk-in cooler floor not smooth and clean. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed molcajetes lava rock bowls used to cook and serve hot food in. These bowls do not meet code and are not permitted to be used as a food contact surface. **Warning**
14-13-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef ribeyes in sink of water without running water. Observed employee move beef to sink that has running water and properly set up to thaw. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on prep counters throughout kitchen. **Warning**
12B-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “live” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill.
How does Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 79.
Has Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill 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 Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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