Senor Tequila on the Beach
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
43
Score
Going back to 2022, Senor Tequila on the Beach has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 5, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no soap provided at handwash sink”, showing up three times.
That's lower than the typical Clearwater Beach restaurant, which scores around 76. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cooked octopus and falafel under raw calamari and raw shrimp. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef and raw seafood in walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Middle hand sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Middle hand sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over grill.
23-03-4
43
Apr 1, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 28, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
50-08-7
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/.
51-16-7
78
May 29, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat items in line cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken , raw burger ,raw fish tin correct order on speed rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets.
24-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar and side station
31B-04-4
67
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked rice 51f, made on 11/13/2023, found at inspection, missed cooling window. Item discarded.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked rice 51f, made on 11/13/2023, found at inspection, missed cooling window. Item discarded.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at end of bar filled with bar supplies. Items removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in middle of bar. Listed on plan file.
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Souflee cup used for portioning in salt. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Line drawer at end of cooks line has torn gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Sangria mix containers stored on floor behind bar. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink in middle of bar. Listed on plan file.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Bar ice cubes not covered in stand up freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
41
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Sep 15, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar hand sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar hand sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: No employee certificates available. **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice in walk in cooler in plastic square container on shelf no date mark. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: No date mark on cooked rice packets in walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Scrape area in dish where stainless meets the wall. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Senor Tequila on the Beach last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Senor Tequila on the Beach on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Senor Tequila on the Beach?
Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Senor Tequila on the Beach.
How does Senor Tequila on the Beach compare to other restaurants in Clearwater Beach?
Senor Tequila on the Beach most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater Beach average of 76.
Has Senor Tequila on the Beach's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Senor Tequila on the Beach have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Senor Tequila on the Beach 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 Senor Tequila on the Beach inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Senor Tequila on the Beach is inspected around two times per year on average.
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