MINGO'S MARKET BBQ
275 NEW MARKET RD E, Immokalee FL 34142
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in kitchen. The manager cleaned and sanitized area where roach was observed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,420
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025076792 | Sep 24, 2025 | Nov 17, 2025 | $160 |
| 7--2024014189 | Feb 2, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2021048522 | Sep 20, 2021 | Jan 4, 2022 | $160 |
| 7--2019042944 | Jul 16, 2019 | Oct 9, 2019 | $700 |
| 7--2018031760 | May 18, 2018 | Jul 5, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored above raw pork in the walk in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed restroom doors not tight closing.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle plastic container used as a scoop on the cornmeal. In the kitchen area. Operator removed cup.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co2 tanks in the storage area not secured.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on the glass door reach in cooler next to the fryer torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.observed floor tiles damaged next to 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in chest freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife block. In use in the kitchen area by the reach in glass door refrigerator.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with sugar at the front counter. Operator moved scoop.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop store with mop head in mop bucket in the water.
Apr 27, 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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Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Observed handwashing sink in preparation area shut off.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler on cook line gasket torn.
Mar 4, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Observed handwashing sink in preparation area shut off.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not tight fitting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler on cook line gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
Feb 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat sausage in walk-in cooler. The operator placed the raw beef on bottom shelf under the ready to eat sausage.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in kitchen. The manager cleaned and sanitized area where roach was observed.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked egg in reach-in cooler under cook line. The operator discarded cracked egg.
Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Observed handwashing sink in preparation area shut off.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not tight fitting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler on cook line gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Sep 24, 2025Call 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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of CFM certificate.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Co2 tank at soda dispenser not secured.
Jul 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (50F) for less than 1 hour according to operator, operator moved items to walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (131F - Hot Holding), operator moved to heat on the stove.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of CFM certificate.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operator is performing vacuum sealing without a HAACP Plan.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Co2 tank at soda dispenser not secured.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above shredded cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed operator form Big Six HR 5030-165.
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. Observed no cleanup literature at inspection. Emailed operator form Clean up HR 5030-104
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at handwash sink in rear kitchen area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer.
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. Observed no proof of food handler training available.
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. Observed no proof of employee reporting. Emailed operator form Employee reporting HR 5030-103
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink behind front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of produce stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Emailed choking poster. Choking handout HR 5030-105
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in any refrigerator units.
Oct 4, 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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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on shelf above prep table above coffee maker. Operator moved medicine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to cash register.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink next to front cash register.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and purse on prep table next to coffee maker. Operator moved items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in kitchen area under and behind stove/oven and 3 compartment sink directly across front range in back prep kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile damaged and missing under 3 compartment sink and behind stove in back prep kitchen.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed exterior bug zapper on shelf above single service coffee cups, lids and sugar next to espresso machine. Operator relocated bug light to non food contact/prep area.
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.