TACO VAZQUEZ INC
16960 S TAMIAMI TRL, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 239-672-4253
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021052019 | Oct 22, 2021 | May 5, 2022 | $800 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment. Educated operator on importance of having vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area blocked by cart in dishwash area. Educated operator on keeping hand wash sink accessible.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in back food prep area.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust near back walk in cooler. Educated operator on cleaning vents.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on shelving near togo window.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons. Operator fixed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/sugar container. Operator labeled container.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Open dumpster lid.
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed time/temperature control for safety food in deeper pan with lid.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pan stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed pan.
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. Operator completed form.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use spatulas stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed spatulas.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection 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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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with tostones. Operator placed in food grade containers.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw fish stored over container of beans. Operator switched raw fish to bottom shelf.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to ice machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front service hand wash sink used to rinse cloth. Educated operator on hand wash sink only.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to ice machine and ice buildup in walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of frozen chicken thawing at room temperature.
Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm.
Aug 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked meats. Operator placed raw eggs on bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked pork 96F hot hold, precooked shredded beef 129F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator reheated time/temperature foods in oven to 165F. Educated operator on importance of maintaining hot hold temperature at 135F or above
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean equipment. Operator removed chemical.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing containers in front service hand wash sink.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water temperature reaching 85F.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed hot water reaching 85F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink in back food 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. Operator completed forms before leaving inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Educated operator on having current license.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris underneath light fixture at buffet/hot hold.
Open dumpster lid.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw frozen pork thawing at room temperature. Operator moved pork to walk in cooler.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons, forks, knives at front service 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.