K RICO MEXICAN GRILL
475 BAYFRONT PLACE, Naples FL 34102 · 239.649.8700
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw octopus in cooler drawers on cook line. Operator moved for proper storage.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed their ware washing sink blocked by palettes.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their kitchen hand sink with dirty dishes inside. Operator removed them.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing paper towels at the back prep and bar hand sinks. Operator placed more there.
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. Observed 4 of their employees certificates expired earlier this month.
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Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed their hood fans not functioning at this time. Operator called the repairman.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils on the line in standing 76F water. Reviewed with the operator on how the water is supposed to be.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on the walk in cooler fan covers.
Jul 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed buckets stored hand wash sink next to dishwasher. Operator moved for proper access.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche not marked with consumer advisory on menu. Operator fixed and printed new menus before end of inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks in cooler on cook line. Operator removed drinks for proper storage.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed multiple containers of advil stored above food/food prep areas.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed uncooked chorizos stored over cooked shrimp and raw chicken stored over cream cheese in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the raw meat.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up inside their ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple jackets and employee bags stored above soda boxes in the back storage area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food product build up behind the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food product on the floor of the walk in cooler.
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed their can opener holder with black build up.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up in the walk-in cooler fan covers.
Jan 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw octopus in cooler drawers on cook line. Operator moved for proper storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone, hat and charger above prep table; also employee backpacks and purses above rice and gloves on storage rack. Operator moved items for proper storage.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between table and flip top cooler. Operator removed for cleaning and proper storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas in standing water only reaching 75F. Operator moved to flat top to heat up.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed raw chicken and raw beef held in freezer longer than 48 hours. Educated operator on ROP requirements of haccp plan if longer than 48 hrs. Operator removed from vacuum seal or discarded product.
Mar 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Observed dishwasher at bar testing at 0ppm after running three times and changing sanitizer bottle. Operator using main dishwasher and called technician to fix machine.
Non-food grade towel used on top of cut lettuce. Operator removed towels and voluntarily discarded lettuce.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish labeled to be kept frozen or removed from packaging, thawed and not removed from packaging. Operator removed from packaging.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to chopper stored on the inside. Had operator remove the chopper from inside the hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the bar. Operator placed paper towel at the hand washing sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on the reach in coolers.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on the reach in cooler gaskets.
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.