MEXICO LINDO RESTAURANT
3724 DEL PRADO BLVD, Cape Coral FL 33904 · 239.728.7150
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Observed 3 live, small flying insects around side beverage station on right side dining.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025012415 | Feb 4, 2025 | Mar 24, 2025 | $160 |
| 7--2021053303 | Oct 27, 2021 | Apr 14, 2022 | $400 |
| 7--2021024314 | Apr 22, 2021 | Feb 23, 2022 | $600 |
| 7--2020050799 | Oct 2, 2020 | Dec 15, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in wait station. Educated on importance of fixing handwash sink. Note: Operator bought parts and just needs to install. Note: handwash sink at bar is available for employees..
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Educated operator on importance of getting high temperature measuring device for high temperature dish machine.
Faucet/handles missing at plumbing fixture. Hand wash sink in wait station. Educated operator on importance of fixing handwash sink. Note: Operator bought parts and just needs to install. Note: handwash sink at bar is available for employees.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's restroom door.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents above flat grill in wait station soiled with accumulated grease.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Educated operator on importance of having current license displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath cooking equipment. Educated operator on cleaning floor.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in cooler. Educated operator on having smooth, non absorbent, and easily cleanable floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease and debris inside water wells of steam table. Operator started cleaning watert wells.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on cutting board. Operator removed chemical.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Educated operator on cleaning can opener daily. Operator cleaned can opener.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Educated operator on the importance of having high temperature measuring test strips.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in wait station. Note: Operator has work order in place to fix.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored on floor in wait station.
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 raw salmon thawed in packaging with labeling to remove before thawing. Stop Sale. Operator discarded packages.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Educated operator on the importance of having current license.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored in cutting board. Operator removed cellphone.
Faucet/handles missing at plumbing fixture. Hand wash sink in wait station. Note: Operator has work order in place to fix.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath cooking equipment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in cooler. Educated operator on having smooth, non absorbent, and easily cleanable floor.
Stored food not covered in walk in cooler. Beans and sauces.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Educated operator on cleaning can opener. Operator cleaned can opener.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled stirring spoon stored in hand wash sink at bar.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area underneath hand wash sink in wait station covered with standing water.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind equipment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in cooler. Educated operator on having smooth, non absorbent, and easily cleanable floor.
In-use ice scoop stored inside hand wash sink in dry storage room between uses. Operator removed ice scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink at bar used by food employees.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers at cook line. Educated operator on cleaning reach in coolers daily.
Water leaking from pipe underneath hand wash sink in wait station.
Feb 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Prometric Manager Certification for Arturo Brawn expired 08/01/24.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Observed tortilla flat grill on side wait/beverage station. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Dec 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority10 Intermediate3 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 written procedures.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Prometric Manager Certification for Arturo Brawn expired 08/01/24.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw Ceviche and steak not designated with consumer advisory. Educated operator on importance of having consumer advisory on menu to designate and inform consumer of raw undercooked animal foods.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Operator completed form.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed consumer advisory posted at front entrance but not on menu. Educated operator on importance of having consumer advisory on menu to designate and inform consumer of raw undercooked animal foods.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked rice, beans, and meats not date marked in walk in cooler.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured on side beverage station. Educated operator on securing co2 tanks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with encrusted grease on fire suppression above grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers at cook line.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Observed tortilla flat grill on side wait/beverage station. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Nov 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority12 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with ribs. Operator ribs in food grade container.
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 written procedures.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Prometric Manager Certification for Arturo Brawn expired 08/01/24.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled utensils stored in hand wash sink in wait station. Educated operator on hand wash sink only. Operator removed utensils.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw Ceviche and steak not designated with consumer advisory. Educated operator on importance of having consumer advisory on menu to designate and inform consumer of raw undercooked animal foods.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Operator completed form.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed consumer advisory posted at front entrance but not on menu. Educated operator on importance of having consumer advisory on menu to designate and inform consumer of raw undercooked animal foods.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked rice, beans, and meats not date marked in walk in cooler.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured on side beverage station. Educated operator on securing co2 tanks.
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.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with encrusted grease on fire suppression above grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers at cook line.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Operator discarded soiled cloth.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Observed tortilla flat grill on side wait/beverage station. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Oct 1, 2024Call 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.
Jul 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk 48F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler at wait station. Operator double panned milk with ice.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on top of reach in cooler. Operator removed chemical.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area used as a dump sink. Educated operator on hand wash sink only.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw Ceviche and steak not designated with consumer advisory.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed consumer advisory posted at front entrance but not on menu.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked meats and beans not date marked in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of date marking
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dishwasher area. Educated operator on importance of labeling bottles.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice in dry storage room.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured on side beverage station. Educated operator on securing co2 tanks.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease above tortilla warmer/flat grill in wait station.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Steam table cutting board.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping above tortilla warmer/flat grill in wait station.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers of onions stored on floor near dishwash area. Operator placed container of onions off of floor.
Food storage container cracked or broken inside bean bin.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in corner near at end of cook line near steam table.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of cheese and beans not covered in walk in cooler.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Flan 46F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese sauce 117F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator reheated sauce to 165F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored soda syrup boxes. Operator removed chemicals.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to rinse utensil.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche on menu.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed frozen tamales and burritos not date marked.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in women's restroom. Educated operator on importance of having access to paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked beans and precooked meats in walk in cooler not date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in women's restroom. Educated operator on labeling bottles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at side beverage station. Educated operator on importance of securing co2 tanks.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored on shelving in reach in cooler above food served to public at end of cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored on shelving above reach in cooler. Operator removed cellphone.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed walk in cooler floor not smooth and easily cleanable. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floor.
In-use ice scoop stored inside hand wash sink between uses in back dry storage room.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in side wait station. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable surface.
Aug 4, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches inside insect control device on floor on side of upright reach in cooler at end of side wait station.
Aug 3, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate13 Basic
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Nonexempt fish (Tilapia) offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with burritos I reach in freezer at cook line.
Observed 3 live, small flying insects around side beverage station on right side dining.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to ice machine in dry storage room. Educated operator on importance of having paper towels.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next ice machine in dry storage room. Educated operator on importance of having hand soap.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Women's restroom.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Restrooms.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Side beverage station near right side dining room.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed grated fence-like material above dry storage/above walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes in ceiling in women's restroom. Educated operator on importance of sealing holes. Note: Operator called technician and is in the process of fixing
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Educated operator on importance of having license.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches inside insect control device on floor on side of upright reach in cooler at end of side wait station.
Floor area around side beverage station in right side dining room covered with standing water.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor in walk in cooler not smooth and easily cleanable.
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed. Operator closed before leaving inspection.
Stored food (sauces and salsas) not covered in walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable next to hand wash sink in wait station.
Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance behind shelving in walk in cooler.
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.