Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
70
Score
Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 12, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with four violations after six on the prior visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, showing up three times.
Compared to other Pawtucket restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
4
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Guac, cut lettuce and salsa over ice were observed held at 44-55 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were assessed and placed into refrigeration to blast chill.
3-501.16(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meat was observed thawing on the counter in stagnant water. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.
3-501.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an individual with Rhode Island Manager Certified In Food Safety license. Application provided during time of inspection. Establishment to register.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
70
Jan 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the bar dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Establishment is to wash rinse and sanitize all dishes and utensils in the kitchen dishwasher until the bar dishwasher is able to reach the proper sanitizer concentration.
4-501.114
Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up
Inspector notes: The establishment is missing drain plugs for the 3-bay sink. Establishment is to obtain drain plugs.
4-301.12
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: An allergy statement is lacking on the menu. Per PIC, allergy statement will be added to the menu when they are re-printed.
2-103.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP tuna and ROP mahi-mahi was observed thawing with ROP packaging still intact. All fish but 1 were observed at 37 DF. Fish was taken out of package to thaw at the time of inspection. 1 ROP tuna filet was observed at 40 DF and was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair. -The walk-in cooler gasket -The sanitizer dispenser at the 3-bay sink -Prep unit handles Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink pipe was observed leaking into a container. Establishment is to leak.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area was observed to be chipping. Physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The floor throughout the storage room has an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.114
52
Oct 18, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair. -Walk-in cooler gasket -Prep unit handles -Hot water handle at hand sink Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink was observed leaking into a container. Establishment must fix leak.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area was observed to be chipping. Physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
86
Oct 16, 2024
Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Establishment is to install air gap.
5-402.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils ice machine were observed with an accumulation of debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine must be cleaned and sanitized before using.
4-601.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the dishwasher have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink was observed leaking into a container. Establishment must fix leak. Dump sink was observed not draining. Dump sink must be able to properly drain.
5-403.12
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Pest droppings were observed under the 3-bay sink, and in the storage room. Establishment is to clean any and all dropping using proper methods of cleaning. Per PIC, pest control was called and coming today.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area was observed to be chipping. Physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair. -Walk-in cooler gasket -Prep unit handles -Hot water handle at hand sink Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill.
How does Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Pawtucket?
Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Pawtucket average of 87.
Has Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about six previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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