LIME TEQUILA
Based on 6 health inspections, LIME TEQUILA in PORT CHARLOTTE has earned a 2.2/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.
1994 Kings Highway
Florida, 33980
Charlotte County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.2/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 11/6/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 13485041
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile has gap. Observed ceiling tile with gap above mop sink.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no airflow at prep table at ware washing area. Operator placed the containers on the side to allow airflow. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken behind raw beef at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple trays blocking the ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the trays. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at frontline handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Inspection Date: 8/6/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10878616
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on fan guard at Walk in Cooler.
- 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed open package of raw chicken over open package of beef at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at ware washing area hose bibb between dish machine and 3 compartment sink. Repeat Violation
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Inspection Date: 12/3/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8851973
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled by ware washing area.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground pork behind muscle intact beef at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed unable to dispense paper towels at ware washing area handwash sink.
- 53B-14-5: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.
Inspection Date: 8/6/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8788014
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at multiple cold holding units. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handles. Corrected On-Site
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Repeat Violation
- 12A-28-4:High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching soiled apron at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Inspection Date: 12/22/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8480296
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf stacked upside down. Operator placed containers sideways to allow air to flow to dry. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 11-26-1: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 the form which was completed during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 53B-14-5: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.
Inspection Date: 8/22/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8387018
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at wait station handwash sink.
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice 112°F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165°F at stove. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed above ware washing area handwash sink.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris at cookline handwash sink. Educated the operator.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at ware washing area handwash sink. Corrected On-Site