ZAZA MARCO'S MEXICAN
1095 BALD EAGLE DR STE 8, Marco Island FL 34145 · 239-970-5205
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the bottom of the make table cooler, beef (48F - Cold Holding); Poultry (49F - Cold Holding). Operator moved items to the reach in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $3,080
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024070733 | Oct 25, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2017029362 | May 12, 2017 | Aug 31, 2017 | $2,000 |
| 7--2015013439 | Mar 13, 2015 | Dec 14, 2015 | $880 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. There is no chlorine sanitizer chemical test kit.
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
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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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator set up the triple sink to sanitize.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. There is no chlorine sanitizer chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand washing sink in the dish washing 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. Provided operator with employee health reporting agreement, employees began reading and signing the agreements.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. There is a knife stored between the steam table and the make tables. Operator removed the knife.
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the bottom of the naked table cooler raw chicken, beef and chorizo are stored above squeeze bottles of assorted sauces. Operator moved items to proper storage.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. There is an accumulation of debris on top of the dishwasher.
Equipment in poor repair. The door gaskets on the two doir reach in cooler in the kitchen are damaged.
Jul 2, 2025Inspection 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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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. There is a unlabeled chemical spray bottle in the dish washing area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. The ceiling throughout the kitchen and ware washing area is acoustic tile.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On a shelf by the dishwasher a jacket and purse are stored on top of packages of corn tortillas.
Equipment in poor repair. The door gaskets and the right hand door handle on the two door upright cooler in the kitchen are damaged.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. There is shrimp thawing at room temperature in a container in the triple sink.
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. The door gaskets and the right hand door handle on the two door reach in cooler across from the triple sink are damaged.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. There is a grease buildup on the hood filters.
Oct 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator will wash in the dishwasher and sanitize in the triple sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Neither the men's or women's bathroom doors are self closing.
Equipment in poor repair. The door gasket on the make table door and the double door reach in cooler are torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. There is a buildup of grease on the hood filters.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The cold water faucet on the hand washing sink next to the ice machine does not work.
Oct 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator will wash in the dishwasher and sanitize in the triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the bottom of the make table cooler, beef (48F - Cold Holding); Poultry (49F - Cold Holding). Operator moved items to the reach in cooler.
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 health reporting agreement, current employees read and signed the agreement.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Neither the men's or women's bathroom doors are self closing.
Equipment in poor repair. The door gasket on the make table door and the double door reach in cooler are torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. There is a buildup of grease on the hood filters.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The cold water faucet on the hand washing sink next to the ice machine does not work.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. There is a unsealed concrete floor throughout the kitchen and ware washing area.
Mar 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. The concrete floor in the kitchen is not sealed.
Jan 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. The concrete floor in the kitchen is not sealed.
Nov 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand sink hext to the ice machine.
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. Inspector provided the operator with copies of the employee health reporting agreement, operator had employees sign the agreement.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. There is a bowl inside a container of rice. Operator removed the bowl.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. The concrete floor in the kitchen is not sealed.
Aug 1, 2023Inspection 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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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. There is no proof of employee food safety training for Pablo.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In the double door reach in cooler in the kitchen, mahi mahi is in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging that states to remove from packaging and thaw under refrigeration. The packaging is not open.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice inside the white chest freezer next to the dishwasher.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. There is no hand washing sign at the hand sink next to the triple sink.
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