TACO LINDO
4003 SANTA BARBARA BLVD, Naples FL 34104 · 239-200-3972
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
FEB 24
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is currently licensed at 10 seats but is operating with 70 seats; this includes the addition of a bar area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015018401 | Mar 19, 2015 | May 4, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Surface rush on shelves of walk in cooler
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Seating has increases from 10 units to 70 units. Provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5021-103 and advised to return to inspection or the District office once completed.
May 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 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 stored directly over raw beef in reach in cooler on cooks line. Operator moved foods to,proper storage
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator restocked paper towels in dispenser
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Surface rush on shelves of walk in cooler
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employee training certificates were issued on 04-04-2023 and expired on 04-04-2026
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for french fried inside reach in freezer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two small CO2 cylinders unsecured behind bar. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 10-10-2025
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Seating has increases from 10 units to 70 units. Provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5021-103 and advised to return to inspection or the District office once completed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor heavily soiled with food debris underneath cooking equipment and inside walk in cooler. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 10-10-2025
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at three compartment sink.
Oct 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. at prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris and grease under cooking equipments.
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottle case stored on floor near kitchen entrance. Operator moved plastic water bottle case to proper storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Single-service cups not stored inverted or protected from contamination at server station. Operator stored inverted.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near mop sink.
Oct 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler at prep area; individually wrapped raw burger patties stored with package of cheese. Operator removed cheese to proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach-in freezer at prep area; raw chicken stored over raw beef, all items not commercially packaged. Operator removed raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle stored with lemon juice bottles. Operator removed lemon juice bottles to proper storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dough mixer soiled with food debris.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Food stored on floor. Water cases stored on floor by kitchen entrance.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted.
Dec 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink behind bar
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is currently licensed at 10 seats but is operating with 70 seats; this includes the addition of a bar area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink behind bar.
Sep 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (101F - Hot Holding) on cooks line, per operator pork was prepared 20 minutes prior to operator reheated for hot holding.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink behind bar
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Container without handle used as scoop inside large container of salsa in walk in cooler
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is currently licensed at 10 seats but is operating with 70 seats; this includes the addition of a bar area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up of ice in small reach in freezer next to wine rack. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 02%27-2024
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink behind bar.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 agreement. Provided operator with agreement and operator had employees sign.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages over prep table and food. Educated operator on proper storage and operator moved for proper storage.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing faucet at mop sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer next to microwave and service station.
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime on the can opener blade on prep table in front of the walk in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on all the reach in coolers in the establishment.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on wire shelf next to the three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on the reach in gaskets on multiple reach in units.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning stored above three compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table near the reach in freezer. Operator placed the wet cloth inside the sanitizer container.
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.