1942 MEXICAN GRILL
13510 TAMIAMI TRL N, Naples FL 34110 · 239-591-5109
Last inspected Dec 4, 2025 · 6 visits since March 2025
MAR 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections trending down, 23 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed eight small flying insects in dishwasher area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026005749 | Dec 4, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $400 |
| 7--2025064894 | Aug 1, 2025 | Oct 14, 2025 | $600 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Dec 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. In Walk in cooler observed raw chicken, shrimp and sausage being stored over cooked beef. Operator rearranged products.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on front line
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on front line
Nov 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up Three compartment sink for sanitizing and called service technician
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. In Walk in cooler observed raw chicken, shrimp and sausage being stored over cooked beef. Operator rearranged products.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on front line
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on front line
Oct 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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.
Aug 1, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed eight small flying insects in dishwasher area.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed tortilla chips being stored in non food grade containers
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In Walk in cooler observed, raw chicken being stored over raw beef. Operator rearranged products.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area.
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed eight small flying insects in dishwasher area.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed tortilla chips being stored in non food grade containers
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In Walk in cooler observed, raw chicken being stored over raw beef. Operator rearranged products.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Hand washing sink near dishwasher being used as a dump sink, and bar Hand washing sink being used to store utensils.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Food stored on floor. In Walk in cooler observed cases of beef being stored on the floor
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area.
Mar 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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