MI CASITA MATANCERA CUBAN CUISINE INC
4881 GOLDEN GATE PKWY, Naples FL 34116 · 239-234-6373
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026005870 | Dec 5, 2025 | Feb 12, 2026 | $160 |
| 7--2023041403 | May 30, 2023 | Sep 5, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2014052284 | Dec 5, 2014 | Feb 27, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Apr 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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. In the walk in cooler, observed three packs of salmon and two packs of white fish in the commercially reduced oxygen packaging. Operator stated foods were just placed in the walk in cooler to thaw an hour prior to inspection. Operator immediately removed fish from reduced oxygen packaging.
Dec 5, 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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles on housekeeping cart are not labeled.
Oct 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef was placed over ready to eat beans in the walk in cooler. Operator moved foods for proper storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. There was food being thawed in handwashing sink in the main kitchen. Operator moved food from handwashing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the server prep area.
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. Employees begun signing food employee reporting agreement.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles on housekeeping cart are not labeled.
Feb 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom with holes.
May 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Hand washing sink being used for thawing food. Operator moved food.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Four cooks and two servers observed with no Certified Food Manager present. 11-28-23
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In server area near bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
Nov 28, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator changed sanitizer bucket Secondary test; Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Kingfish is being offered on the menu and Wahoo is being used instead. Per operator, kingfish has been substituted for wahoo and customers are told so upon ordering.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In kitchen Hand washing sink being used to thaw fish
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 Two servers and three cooks with no certified food manager present
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.5-25-23
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. One in bar and two near back door, unsecured
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door from kitchen not self closing
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. No lights provided in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen snapper being thawed in standing water
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 5-25-23 Flour, sugar and breadcrumb bin not labeled
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.