MR TACO
409 W MAIN ST, Immokalee FL 34142 · 239-876-4544
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 4 pounds of shelled shrimp sitting on prep counter at 67F
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chorizo stored above cooked rice in the stand up reach in cooler on the cookline. operator moved rice.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance in the interior of the ice machine. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Onserved restroom doors not tightly closing.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile, linoleum in the kitchen on the cook Line damaged.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on the reach in cooler make table soiled in the kitchen area. Operator cleaned gaskets during the inspection.
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak over ready to eat tortilla in stand up reach-in cooler. The owner moved the tortillas to another few h-in cooler in kitchen.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not tight fitting.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed wrong date labels on rice and chicken in walk-in cooler.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile missing ( linoleum) on cook line.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed lids on storage container in the walk in cooler cracked.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 4 pounds of shelled shrimp sitting on prep counter at 67F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 4 pounds of shelled shrimp sitting on prep counter at 67F.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl in beans in reach in refrigerator.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile damaged by flat top griddle in kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed several in use lids on food in the walk in cooler broken.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop sitting directly on top of ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust like substance on reach in cooler fan guards.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in the interior in of the ice machine.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall by slicer on prep table in tear kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions, observed no date of maintenance on water filters for ice machine or water dispenser.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on reach in and walk in cooler door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of grease on ceiling near cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed whole in wall by slicer in back kitchen area.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed accumulation of grease on walls in kitchen area and hood vent.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler and walk in freezer not shielded, light cover missing.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sign missing by hand wash sink next to make table in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler walls soiled with food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed build up of food debris/grease in kitchen areas.
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to the 3 compartment sink. Operator replaced towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
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 cooked beans, sauces, beef and chicken prepared more than 24 hours ago in the walk in cooler with no date marking.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease on backsplash, fire suppression system and drippin from front of hood.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in or walk in coolers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of salt and sugar 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.