EL SABOR MEXICANO
2101 CRYSTAL DR, Fort Myers FL 33907 · 239.848.8538
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license on 12/01/2024.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store food container. Operator removed container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator cooked chicken stored in reach in cooler the day before inspection not properly date marked.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Dirty water tank pump in disrepair.
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Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator stored inverted.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container not labeled. Operator labeled salt container.
Mar 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach in cooler; cooked chicken (52F - Cooling) Per operator cooked chicken prepared stored overnight. See stop sale.
Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license on 12/01/25.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach in cooler; cooked chicken (52F - Cooling) Per operator cooked chicken prepared stored overnight. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store employee bag. Operator removed the bag proper storage.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator cooked chicken and cooked pork prepared and stored the day before inspection not properly date marked.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Lime container stored on floor.
Nov 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line; cooked pork (56F- ambient); cooked beef (59F- ambient). Per operator all items stored at cook line for one hour. Operator removed all items to reach-in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottles stored with cook pork container near triple sink. Operator moved all bottles to proper storage.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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 operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In reach-in cooler; cook chicken is not date marked. Per operator chicken prepared and held more than 24 hours.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles case stored on floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease and food debris behind cooking equipments.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container not labeled at prep area.
May 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 19, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Jan 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license on 12/01/2024.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing used to store cleaning items. Operator removed all cleaning items.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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 operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken prepared and stored in reach-in cooler more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In Reach in cooler; raw beef (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator prepared and placed in Reach in cooler the day before inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In Reach in cooler; raw beef (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator prepared and placed in Reach in cooler the day before inspection.
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. Provided operator clean up plan for vomit/ diarrhea sign.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store cleaning products. Operator removed all cleaning products to proper storage.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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 operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In Reach in cooler per operator cooked beef prepared the day before inspection has no date marked.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator chocking sign.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided operator handwashing sign.
Single-service food containers stored on floor. Operator removed and stored food containers at proper storage.
Sep 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at the hand washing sink.
Sep 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Grey water on ground of establishment. Observed water leaking from the outlet pipe leaking onto to the ground. Observed steady stream of grey water, approximately two cups every minute. The area is approximately 2 foot wide by 6 feet long. Operator closed the valve on the trailer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (43F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler next to the rear door. Advised operator to ice down.
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 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 to operator.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at the hand washing sink.
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.