TAQUERIA LA MEXICANA
4195 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 14 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024029513 | Apr 16, 2024 | Aug 29, 2024 | $320 |
| 7--2021048807 | Sep 24, 2021 | Apr 8, 2022 | $560 |
| 7--2021039302 | Jul 26, 2021 | Feb 23, 2022 | $320 |
| 7--2021030548 | Jun 29, 2021 | Feb 1, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in coolers; cooked beef (66F - Cold Holding), cooked beef (59F - Cold Holding). Per operator all cook beef stored in reach in coolers overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in coolers; cooked beef (66F - Cold Holding), cooked beef (59F - Cold Holding). Per operator all cook beef stored in reach in coolers overnight. See stop sale.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Single-service food containers improperly stored on floor. Operator removed single service food containers to proper storage.
Apr 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Carry on bag used to store breads.
Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license;12/01/25.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler; raw beef stored over cilantro. Operator removed raw beef to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler; cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach in cooler for 2 hours. Operator removed all items to other cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water provided for handwashing sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Single-service food containers improperly stored on floor near reach in cooler.
Mar 12, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach-in cooler; cooked beef soup (63F - Cooling). Per operator the soup prepared the day before inspection. See stop sale.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Jan 7, 2026Warning 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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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach-in cooler; cooked beef soup (63F - Cooling). Per operator the soup prepared the day before inspection. See stop sale.
Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach-in cooler; cooked beef soup (63F - Cooling). Per operator the soup prepared the day before inspection. See stop sale.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Oct 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Aug 26, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; raw beef (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator raw beef stored in reach-in cooler for 3 hours. Operator moved raw beef to other reach-in cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor at prep area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Jun 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink had metal pan stored inside. Operator removed from sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Jun 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 8, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
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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Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands without using soap. Discussed proper hand washing with Operator and employee used soap to wash hands.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator has 60 days from last inspection 03/24/2025 to obtain manager training.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 with Employee Reporting DBPR Form 5030-103 via email.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Mar 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in cooler. Operator put chicken on lowest shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board stained with food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef in reach in cooler prepared yesterday no date mark.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing handle at three compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed fluorescent lights no shield.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
Apr 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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 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 with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and steak prepped yesterday with no date mark in reach in cooler.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Dec 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority9 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Discussed proper hand washing with operator.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed tray sitting on top of hand washing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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 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 with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and steak prepped yesterday with no date mark in reach in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food being prepared outside. Observed employee cutting fruit outside the food truck under a tent.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions and case of limes stored on floor inside truck.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights inside truck on cook's line unshielded no sleeve covering fluorescent bulbs.
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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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.