EL GRAN TACO LOCO
311 SOUTH BOSTON AVE, Immokalee FL 34142 · 239.657.0080
Last inspected Feb 6, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
JUL 23
APR 24
JUN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 to 4 small flying insects inside mobile unit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025089692 | Nov 6, 2025 | Feb 4, 2026 | $1,000 |
| 7--2024040618 | Jun 7, 2024 | Jan 27, 2025 | $360 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat tortillas in stand up reach-in cooler. The manager moved the raw beef on bottom shelf in reach-in cooler under the ready to eat tortillas.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler door is not screwed on hinges.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink in stand up reach-in cooler.
Nov 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Observed no decal on unit.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in reach on units.
Sep 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Observed no decal on unit.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in reach on units.
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority9 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed no hot running water only potable water available is cold.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above tortillas in reach in stand up cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw ground beef 52F, raw chicken 52F, raw chorizo 52F, diced tomatoes 52F, shredded cheese 54F, Sliced ham 51F, sliced cucumbers 67F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw ground beef 52F, raw chicken 52F, raw chorizo 52F, diced tomatoes 52F, shredded cheese 54F, Sliced ham 51F, sliced cucumbers 67F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef at 92F on kitchen table.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed and gave operator a copy of clean up form.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Hand wash sink does not have running water.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of CFM.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed no hot running water at 3 compartment sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training.
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. Printed employment reporting agreement and gave to operator
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Observed no decal on unit.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster posted. Printed and gave operator choking poster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in reach on units.
Jun 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 to 4 small flying insects inside mobile unit.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburgers over ready to eat chorizo in stand up reach-in cooler. The operator moved the raw hamburgers to bottom shelf in stand up reach-in cooler.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-204 for Manager. The manager posted form in mobile Unit.
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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-203 for Manager. The Manager filled out form during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings and chorizo not date marked.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink in stand up reach-in cooler. The operator discarded open drink.
Jun 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed green hose in use for potable water.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed to test kit available for checking levels of chlorine when sanitizing dish ware.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer available for taking the temperature of tcs food.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all Food handler training certificate are expired.
Apr 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed green hose in use for potable water.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored above un covered guacamole in reach in cooler. Operator moved ground beef.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed electric mixer in handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed to test kit available for checking levels of chlorine when sanitizing dish ware.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer available for taking the temperature of tcs food.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all Food handler training certificate are expired.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed beverage on prep while next to where employee was cutting cilantro. Operator discarded beverage.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water spigot broken on one side of the 3 compartment sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed guacamole in reach in cooler not covered.
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed operator DBPR FORM HR 5030-165
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed DBPR FORM HR 5030-104 to operator.
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. Emailed DBPR FORM HR 5030-103 to operator.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed open container of beverage in reach in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water dripping through roof vents into and onto trailer floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between wall and 3 compartment sink. Operator moved knives.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.