TACOS Y CEVICHES
7600 ALICO RD STE 4, Fort Myers FL 33912 · 239-784-1065
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 11 visits since April 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature and clean glassware. In glass door reach-in cooler, raw chicken and raw beef stored in same container. Raw shell eggs stored over clean silver mixing glasses.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026011160 | Dec 18, 2025 | Mar 30, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water temperature at front service sink reaching 76F.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/sugar/salt containers.
Dec 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Sugar, beans, rice, tortillas and assorted raw and cooked frozen meats in direct contact with non food grade plastic containers in establishment. Bread in walk-in cooler stored in black non food grade plastic bags.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent cover in walk-in cooler with accumulated dust, mold like substance.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, rust.
Oct 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Sugar, beans, rice, tortillas and assorted raw and cooked frozen meats in direct contact with non food grade plastic containers in establishment. Bread in walk-in cooler stored in black non food grade plastic bags.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent cover in walk-in cooler with accumulated dust, mold like substance.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, rust.
Oct 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans evaporated milk on dry storage shelf back of kitchen.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Sugar, beans, rice, tortillas and assorted raw and cooked frozen meats in direct contact with non food grade plastic containers in establishment. Bread in walk-in cooler stored in black non food grade plastic bags.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature and clean glassware. In glass door reach-in cooler, raw chicken and raw beef stored in same container. Raw shell eggs stored over clean silver mixing glasses.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Also glass door smaller reach-in cooler front counter:; cooked jalapeno salsa (51F - Cold Holding); cooked red chili salsa (53F - Cold Holding) four hours thirty minutes per operator. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cook line main reach-in cooler, cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) for one hour per operator after placing hot foods to cool immediately next to beef. Operator moved to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. Also glass door smaller reach-in cooler front counter:; cooked jalapeno salsa (51F - Cold Holding); cooked red chili salsa (53F - Cold Holding) four hours thirty minutes per operator. See stop sale.
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting board cook line. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent cover in walk-in cooler with accumulated dust, mold like substance.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, rust.
May 7, 2025Inspection 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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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed tortilla shells stored in grocery store type to go bags in walk in cooler. spoke with operator regarding proper storage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed funnel in hand wash sink on the front cashier line. Operator removed funnel.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed No paper towels provided at handwash sink by triple sink
Food stored on floor. Observed bus tubs of raw pork and beef on the floor in the walk in cooler. Operator moved to shelf.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed big light sitting on prep table next to the kitchen office. Operator moved light.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on walk in cooler door gaskets.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Jan 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers and bags used for food storage - direct contact with food. Large plastic dry storage containers and smaller cold storage containers in direct contact with food. To go plastic bagels in direct contact with bread. Spoke with operator about using food grade materials.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 26, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers and bags used for food storage - direct contact with food. Large plastic dry storage containers and smaller cold storage containers in direct contact with food. To go plastic bagels in direct contact with bread. Spoke with operator about using food grade materials.
Mop sink/curbed cleaning facility for establishment heavily damaged, no longer holds water due to entire missing side.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 24, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers and bags used for food storage - direct contact with food. Large plastic dry storage containers and smaller cold storage containers in direct contact with food. To go plastic bagels in direct contact with bread. Spoke with operator about using food grade materials.
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.A\00A0 Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling outform at time of inspection.A\00A0
Mop sink/curbed cleaning facility for establishment heavily damaged, no longer holds water due to entire missing side.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers and bags used for food storage - direct contact with food. Large plastic dry storage containers and smaller cold storage containers in direct contact with food. To go plastic bagels in direct contact with bread. Spoke with operator about using food grade materials.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over ready-to-eat ham in rice cook line left. Raw beef stored in same container as raw chicken in glass door reach-in cooler next to walk-in cooler. Operator separated the foods properly for food protection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chorizo (49F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); housemade tomato salsa (48F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); milk (52F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (56F ambient - Cold Holding); chicken and beef empanadas (51F - Cold Holding) for 1 and a half hours per operator. Operator states they saw the temperature start to rise in the morning and has already called technician for service. Operator placed all potentially hazardous foods in cook line and prep line refrigerators for rapid cooling.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator added water to dilute below 200ppm.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fish ceviches on menu per operator served raw, not marked as raw.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by triple sink. Operator placed paper towels at the sink.
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.A Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling outform at time of inspection.A
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 3 unlabeled bottles chemical in warewashing area. Operator labeled the chemicals.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment across from triple sink over slicer.
Mop sink/curbed cleaning facility for establishment heavily damaged, no longer holds water due to entire missing side.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jun 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed bottle of water on prep table on the cook line. Operator discarded bottle.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly tape hanging above the slicer across from the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen, no insects present.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle on the cookline.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on walk in cooler door gaskets.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed mop sink sidewall broken.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at the hand wash sink next to the 3 compartment sink.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. Observed faucet at 3 compartment sink does not reach all three sinks, not long enough spigot to reach all compartments.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed some tiles in the kitchen prep area not smooth and easily cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on walk in cooler door gaskets.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed mop sink sidewall broken and unable to retain water.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet of hand wash sink next to the 3 compartment sink.
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.