LOS TAQUITOS MEXICAN FOOD II
1091 NE PINE ISLAND RD, Cape Coral FL 33909 · 786-269-1722
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 20 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $4,640
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025054000 | Jul 1, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 | — |
| 7--2025008042 | Jan 15, 2025 | Jul 9, 2025 | $800 |
| 7--2024031283 | Apr 29, 2024 | Feb 4, 2025 | — |
| 7--2023037634 | May 17, 2023 | Oct 31, 2023 | $1,600 |
| 7--2023020245 | Mar 8, 2023 | Jun 27, 2023 | $1,800 |
| 7--2022040421 | Jun 28, 2022 | Jan 25, 2023 | $440 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (49F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from prep table. The operator put raw beef on ice.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bottle of chlorine in handwashing sink beside 3 compartment sink. The operator removed the bottle of chlorine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off. The operator turned on water during inspection.
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Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Jun 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The owner placed paper towels at handwashing sink during inspection.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The wiping cloth was removed from under cutting board.
Nov 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 4, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 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.
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.
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.
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of ibuprofen and alcohol stored above prep table. The operator removed ibuprofen and alcohol and placed on bottom shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over horchata in reach-in freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded cheese (57F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (57F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler. Observed beef (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (74F - Cold Holding); raw beef (57F - Cold Holding) cow tong (59F - Cold Holding) in reach-in freezer. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (111F - Hot Holding); chicken (117F - Hot Holding) on prep table beside cook line. The operator placed beef and chicken on stove top to reheat.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by big container of hand soap. The operator removed the soap from handwashing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash 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.
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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed stand up reach-in cooler ambient temperature 53F.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 30 dead roaches in double stand up fryer.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed liquid gas stored in container under 3 compartment sink.
Sep 2, 2025Call 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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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (86F - Hot Holding); beef (81F - Hot Holding); chicken (83F - Hot Holding) beside cook line. The owner is placing all items on stove top to reheat.
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 Owner. The owner posted form during inspection.
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 5030-103 for Owner. The owner filled out form during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jul 1, 2025Call 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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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (86F - Hot Holding); beef (81F - Hot Holding); chicken (83F - Hot Holding) beside cook line. The owner is placing all items on stove top to reheat.
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 Owner. The owner posted form during inspection.
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 5030-103 for Owner. The owner filled out form during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Apr 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (86F - Hot Holding); beef (81F - Hot Holding); chicken (83F - Hot Holding) beside cook line. The owner is placing all items on stove top to reheat.
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 Owner. The owner posted form during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by pineapple and dishes. All items was removed from handwashing sink.
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 5030-103 for Owner. The owner filled out form during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef and shrimp not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in stand up reach-in cooler.
Jan 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Nov 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Nov 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Nov 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottles of ibuprofen stored above prep table. The medicine was removed from above prep table.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed 2 gas containers full of gas outside mobile unit near entry of door.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.
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.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by pans and utensils.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed stand up reach-in cooler ambient temperature 76F.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water on floor.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination beside stove top.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in 3 compartment sink. The operator moved the raw beef into reach-in cooler in ice.
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler beside pickup window. The operator moved the raw steak to the stand up reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. The operator turned on hot water during inspection.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, chicken and steak not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler across from cook line,
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by box of El Yucatec.
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.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor beside reach-in cooler.
Mar 12, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler beside pickup window. The operator moved the raw steak to the stand up reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. The operator turned on hot water during inspection.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, chicken and steak not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler across from cook line,
Feb 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (88F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The operator placed chorizo on stove top to reheat.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by box of El Yucatec.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor beside reach-in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Jan 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Nov 30, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 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.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef and pork not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Nov 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw cow tong over ready to eat beef in stand reach-in cooler. The operator moved raw cow tong to bottom of 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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No hot water provided at handwash sink/three-compartment sink/mop sink when dishmachine is running. The operator stated the hot water heater was broken.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef and pork not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
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.