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RICO SUAVE'S FOOD TRUCK

14970 CAPTIVA DR, Captiva FL 33924 · 239395520

Last inspected Nov 13, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023

Licence typeMobile Food Vehicle
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceMFD4651279
Grade history
JUL 23
APR 24
NOV 24
MAY 25
NOV 25
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef and seafood. Operator moved food to proper storage based on internal temperature requirements
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2024072795Nov 13, 2024Jan 13, 2025$400
7--2023064476Sep 29, 2023Jan 16, 2024$400

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Fish, beef and chicken all stored above ready to eat burger sets (lettuce and tomato). Operator moved all foods to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 04-19-2024
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under three compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Back door left open during service. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 04-19-2024
Basic/35B-14-4/Repeat Violation
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. For reach in cooler. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 04-19-2024
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 04-19-2024
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers not inverted during storage. Operator turned containers upside down to prevent contamination. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 04-19-2024
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat green salsa and ready to each shredded cheese. Operator moved to proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine exceeding 200ppm); Operator discarded and refilled to achieve: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
High priority/41-15-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under hand sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Rear door left open during service Repeat from 07-25-2023
Basic/35B-14-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer for reach in cooler
Basic/05-09-4
No container installed for catching grease from hood exhaust system. Exhaust system is allowing grease to run down the sides of vehicle and into the ground.
Basic/14-73-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand sink
Basic/31B-04-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open can of soda in reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. To,go,containers not inverted during storage.
Basic/25-05-4
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine exceeding 200ppm); Operator discarded and refilled to achieve: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Basic/21-07-4
Sep 29, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef and seafood. Operator moved food to proper storage based on internal temperature requirements
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in refrigerator. Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pico de gallo (48 F - Cold Holding) in a chafing pan on back counter. Per operator food had been out about an hour. Operator iced down food and covered to rapidly cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · pico de gallo (53 F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (61 F - Cold Holding) in a chafing pan on back counter. Admin Complaint
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser empty. Operator refilled.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · Soap dispenser not functioning. Time Extended
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. MFDV back door and front service window open.
Basic/35B-14-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · Rear door open Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · No hand washing sign present. Time Extended
Jul 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef and seafood. Operator moved food to proper storage based on internal temperature requirements
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pico de gallo (48 F - Cold Holding) in a chafing pan on back counter. Per operator food had been out about an hour. Operator iced down food and covered to rapidly cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked with items inside sink on truck. Operator cleared sink
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
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 of training.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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. None available.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Burgers offered undercooked. Provided operator DBPR Form HR 5030-081 Consumer Advisory
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser empty. Operator refilled.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekin used as scoop in tartar sauce. Operator removed ramekin
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Basic/50-04-4/Warning
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. MFDV back door and front service window open.
Basic/35B-14-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning

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