TAQUERIA MEXICANA RESTAURANTE INC
12215 COLLIER BLVD, Naples FL 34116 · 239-231-5038
Last inspected Nov 24, 2025 · 6 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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 · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022030064 | Apr 28, 2022 | Jul 21, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef in black trash bags.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler observed raw beef over cooked rice and raw shrimp over chicken broth. Operator began to rearrange for proper storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cabbage (47F) in the reach in cooler. Operator stated food was prepared the day before in the evening.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cabbage (47F) in the reach in cooler. Operator stated food was prepared the day before in the evening. See stop sale.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The handwashing in the main kitchen is being used as a dump sink. Observed food debris in the handwashing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels available at the handwashing sink in the main kitchen area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In the bar area observed a spray bottle with no label. Operator labeled spray bottle.
Equipment in poor repair. The right hand door of the reach in cooler is detached from the cooler.
Food stored on floor. In the walk in cooler a bag of carrots and containers of beef broth stored on the floor.
Stored food not covered. In the walk in freezer observed uncovered foods. Observed multiple containers of raw beef in the walk in freezer with no protection. In the walk in cooler observed raw chicken in a container with no protection and multiple containers of cooked beans with no protection.
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee remove gloves, drink water, changed gloves with no hand wash.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken and raw beef was stored over ready to eat vegetables and ready to eat beef. In walk in cooler raw shrimp was stored over ready to eat stew. Operator properly stored foods.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At time of inspection there was a cart of plates and utensils blocking the handwashing sink in the main kitchen area. Operator removed cart to allow access to the handwashing sink.
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 paper towels at handwashing sink in bar area, kitchen handwashing sink, and women's restroom handwashing 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 with a copy for employees to sign. Employees began to sign form.
Food stored on floor. In main kitchen area, a bucket of raw beef, container of flour, and a bag of onions was stored on the floor. A bag of Carrots and a bucket of assorted vegetables stored on the floor in walk in cooler. Operator removed foods off of the floor.
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked rice 46F cold hold, beans 45F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at kitchen entrance blocked by cart/shelving and microwaves. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash sink accessible. Operator removed cart/shelving.
No chlorine 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 front service handwash sink and hand wash sink at kitchen entrance. Operator placed napkins at hand wash sinks.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked meats, beans, and stews not date marked in upright reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. Educated operator on the importance of date marking.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bottled water stored on floor at front service area. Operator placed bottled water off of floor.
Sanitizing solution at front service area for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm.
Nov 20, 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over ready to eat condiments. Operator rearranged products.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At kitchen entrance observed Hand washing sink blocked by a utility cart and microwave. Hand washing sink also has cups and lids being stored inside. Operator moved cart and cups.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several stews and sauces prepared over 24 hours with no date mark.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in working container of breading.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Flashlight required to observe labeling in Walk in cooler.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in hot holding rice, being used as a scoop
Equipment in poor repair. Four door reach in cooler has torn gaskets
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. At men's restroom door
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler observed cooked beef (51F - Cold Holding), Per operator product was cooked and stored yesterday. Operator discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler observed cooked beef (51F - Cold Holding), Per operator product was cooked and stored yesterday. Operator discarded product.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler has ambient temperature reading 29F accurate reading is 40f
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler observed several soups and sauces not date marked.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door is not self closing
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. In rear of kitchen exit door is locked
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.