VIVA TEQUILA VEGAS COCINA
891 DEMARCO DR, Henderson, NV 89011 · Restaurant
Inspection summary
VIVA TEQUILA VEGAS COCINA has been inspected 8 times by Southern Nevada Health District since February 22, 2021. The most recent inspection, on October 13, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.
2 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Cleaning and sanitizing and Protecting food from contamination.
Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.
What these findings mean
Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.
Food temperature controlHigher risk
Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.
Recorded 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on August 9, 2024. For example:
TCS food labeled and dated as required. Food sold for offsite consumption labeled properly. Records, logs, policies, and procedures maintained and available when required.
Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk
Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.
Recorded 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on October 13, 2026. For example:
Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk
This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.
Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on March 18, 2025. For example:
Food wholesome; not spoiled, contaminated, or adulterated.
Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk
Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.
Recorded once on June 15, 2023. For example:
Grade card posted conspicuously. Consumer advisory as required.
Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk
Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.
Recorded 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 18, 2025. For example:
Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
About this data
These results come from Southern Nevada Health District, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.
8 inspections
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 92128: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 92128: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- Routine Inspection
3 infractions
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078380: Food wholesome; not spoiled, contaminated, or adulterated.
- 5 demerits
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- Routine Inspection
4 infractions
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078405: TCS food labeled and dated as required. Food sold for offsite consumption labeled properly. Records, logs, policies, and procedures maintained and available when required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078408: Thermometers provided and accurate.
- 3 demerits
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- Re-inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
5 infractions
- 8078375: Equipment approved, properly designed, maintained, and operated.
- 3 demerits
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078381: Grade card posted conspicuously. Consumer advisory as required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078403: TCS food at proper temperatures.
- 5 demerits
- 8078407: TCS food thawed and cooled using proper methods. Fruits and vegetables washed prior to preparation or service.
- 3 demerits
- 8078375: Equipment approved, properly designed, maintained, and operated.
- Routine Inspection
6 infractions
- 76409: Food wholesome; not spoiled, contaminated, or adulterated.
- 5 demerits
- 76434: Kitchenware and food contact surfaces of equipment properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried. Equipment for warewashing operated and maintained. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 93149: Facility in sound condition and maintained (floors, walls, ceilings, plumbing, lighting, ventilation, etc.).
- 93153: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained and clean.
- 93155: Appropriate sanitizer test kits provided and used. Equipment and ware washing thermometer(s) are required. Wiping cloths and linens stored and used properly.
- 93158: Small wares and portable appliances approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 76409: Food wholesome; not spoiled, contaminated, or adulterated.
- Routine Inspection
4 infractions
- 76418: PHF/TCSs at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and holding.
- 5 demerits
- 76457: Food protected from potential contamination during storage and preparation.
- 3 demerits
- 93153: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained and clean.
- 93158: Small wares and portable appliances approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 76418: PHF/TCSs at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and holding.
- OPS Initial Permitting Inspection
0 infractions
Nearby inspected facilities
- VIVA TEQUILA VEGAS CANTINA
891 DEMARCO DR, Henderson, NV 89011
5 inspections
- LEDOUX SALOON & STEAK OUT BBQ
891 DEMARCO DR, Henderson, NV 89011
3 inspections
- GIUSEPPE'S BY THE LAKE - RESTAURANT
1461 E LAKE MEAD PKWY STE 100, Henderson, NV 89015
3 inspections
- GIUSEPPE'S BY THE LAKE - BAR
1461 E LAKE MEAD PKWY STE 100, Henderson, NV 89015
3 inspections
- GIUSEPPE'S BY THE LAKE - COOKLINE AND PREP
1461 E LAKE MEAD PKWY STE 100, Henderson, NV 89015
3 inspections
- JAMON JAMON - DELETED
1465 E LAKE MEAD PKWY STE 100, Henderson, NV 89015
3 inspections
- Second Chances Tavern - Restaurant
1442 E Lake Mead PKWY, Henderson, NV 89015
12 inspections
- Second Chances Tavern - Bar
1442 E Lake Mead PKWY, Henderson, NV 89015
7 inspections