Casa Blanca Modern Mexican Tequila Bar

4120 14 St W, Bradenton, FL 34205 · Permanent Food Service · License 5105680

Official report

out of 100

Grade C

Safety score 73 of 100

Latest visit: Aug 28, 2026

What drove the grade

Live, small flying insects found.High priority · fixed by the Aug 28 follow-up · 6 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Aug 27 complaint inspection
2 high priority (1 fixed by the Aug 28 follow-up, 1 fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate, 3 basic
-15
Administrative complaint on Aug 27, since fixed
Reduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed
-12
Safety score73

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Inspection history

2 inspections · 3 visits

Latest inspection

Aug272026

Complaint inspection

7 violations found · Inspector came back once

Follow-up visitAug 28, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
2 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
- 2 Intermediate
What was still cited
Intermediate2
- Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
  More time given
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
  More time given
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
First visitAug 27, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
7 violations found:
- 2 High priority
- 2 Intermediate
- 3 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority2
- Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Live, small flying insects found.
  Observed 3 small flying insects in server station near kitchen entrance. Observed approximately 5 small flying insects in server station near outside exit door.
  Administrative complaint
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
  Observed chemical spray bottle stored next to condiments at bar area. Manager removed spray bottle.
  Fixed on the spot
Intermediate2
- Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
  Observed cutting boards on cook line reach in coolers soiled.
Basic3
- Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  Observed drink glasses stored in server station wet nesting.
- Code 32, Restrooms: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  Observed large stall in women's bathroom without covered receptacle.
- Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
  Observed employee drink stored next to service plates in dessert station. Manager removed drink.
  Fixed on the spot
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Earlier inspections 1

Jul212026D66Routine inspection4 violations, 2 high priority Administrative complaint

First visitJul 21, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
4 violations found:
- 2 High priority
- 2 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority2
- Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
  Observed 4 Mahi filets and 3 Salmon filets thawed and stored in Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging on cook line in cooler drawer. Manager discarded all filets.
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
  Observed raw chicken stored above raw shrimp in reach in cooler drawer on cook line. Manager corrected storage.
  Fixed on the spotRepeat violationAdministrative complaint
Basic2
- Code 06, Food properly thawed: 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.
  Observed 4 Mahi filets and 3 Salmon filets thawed and stored in Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging on cook line in cooler drawer. Manager discarded all filets.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  Observed drain plug missing from garbage dumpster.
  Repeat violation
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Food-contact surface: Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.
Stop sale: An order that the food can’t be sold or served.
Wet nesting: Stacking dishes or containers before they have dried, which traps moisture where germs can grow.