LOS TAQUITOS MEXICAN FOOD BIG MARTINEZ II INC
3305 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres FL 33971 · 863-612-7155
Last inspected May 14, 2026 · 8 visits since April 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 10 small flying insects inside of main kitchen truck, passing in and out through open windows and door. Additionally observed three of the flies land on cooking pork on grill - see stop sale. 3 small flying insects inside of secondary food storage trailer, passing in and out through opens door.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024020196 | Apr 4, 2024 | May 13, 2024 | $800 |
| 7--2022006103 | Feb 2, 2022 | Apr 20, 2022 | $800 |
| 7--2020001575 | Jan 8, 2020 | Feb 26, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw breaded chicken stored above cooked beans, and rice. Operator moved chicken.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed limes in the handwashing sink. Operator moved limes.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed operator has ph test kit but using chlorine.
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed windows and doors open while not selling food, no screen present.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no catch pans for grease on either exterior hood on the rear of the truck.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing in standing water, beef at 32F.
Unpackaged food not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. Observed cilantro sitting on sheet tray in vehicle cab with the door open.
Mar 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator has quaternary and ph test strips available, using chlorine sanitizer.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray on back of unit under two grease spouts.
Mar 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator purchased approved chlorine sanitizer at time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In tall reach-in cooler by window cooked beef tongue (58F - Cold Holding); cooked house made tomato salsa (72F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (ambient 56F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In tall reach-in cooler by window cooked beef tongue (58F - Cold Holding); cooked house made tomato salsa (72F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (ambient 56F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line cooked chicken (109F - Hot Holding) for less than 3 hours per operator. Operator returned to stove for rapid reheating.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator has quaternary and ph test strips available, using chlorine sanitizer.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray on back of unit under two grease spouts.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed windows open not screened when not selling food.
Dec 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.cooked beef 125 hot holding in tub under griddle. Discussed proper hot holding with operator, food was reheated to 165F then will be hot held over 135 f.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Trays of cilantro on dash board and floor area of vehicle cab. Discussed with operator all food needs to be stored and prepared in food area of unit. All food moved to proper storage. Corrected on site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Jun 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tall reach-in cooler across from triple sink: cooked beef tongue (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (63F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (58F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (61F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tall reach-in cooler across from triple sink: cooked beef tongue (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (63F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (58F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (61F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment uses chlorine sanitizer, no test kit available.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Gasket on tall reach-in cooler at front of unit damaged and torn.
Apr 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.
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 reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.
Apr 4, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator purchased approved sanitizer for food contact surfaces at time of inspection.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 10 small flying insects inside of main kitchen truck, passing in and out through open windows and door. Additionally observed three of the flies land on cooking pork on grill - see stop sale. 3 small flying insects inside of secondary food storage trailer, passing in and out through opens door.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in main trailer 3 flies landing on cooking pork on main grill.
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 with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.
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 reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in cab of truck where foods is stored and under/behind cook line equipment.
Food stored on floor. In main truck, containers jalapenos, tomatillos, and lettuce stored on floor. In secondary food storage trailer, bag onions stored on floor.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Window and both doors to truck left open, vermin present. Door to secondary dry storage trailer left open, vermin present. Operator closed all openings.
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.