Dona Ana

879 Pondella Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Dona Ana appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 21, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That's lower than the typical North Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 88. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed cans of Raid on truck.

41-05-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed side door wide open upon arrival. **Repeat Violation**

35B-14-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed Spanish version of poster to Operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Dec 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 12/01/2025. Establishment is open, operating and serving the public.

50-17-3

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided Operator with Choking Poster DBPR Form 5030-105 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Repeat Violation**

35B-14-4

Apr 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid in front of three compartment sink. Operator removed spray can from truck. **Corrected On-Site**

41-05-4

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed shell eggs on counter at room temperature, no plan. Operator put eggs in refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site**

03F-10-5

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.

35B-14-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink. Operator stated sign fell down.

31B-04-4

Basic - 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. **Repeat Violation**

50-04-4

Jan 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 12/01/2024.

50-17-3

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food while wearing a bracelet.

13-07-4

Basic - 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.

50-04-4

Apr 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**

22-02-4

Feb 13, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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22-02-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-13: The owner is currently In Certified Manager Course. **Time Extended**

53A-01-7

Dec 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef and raw pork over produce in reach-in cooler. The manager moved all raw products to bottom of reach-in cooler. **Warning**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - 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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The manager will assure all personnel read, sign and maintain in files. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - 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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Warning**

50-03-4

Sep 5, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dona Ana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dona Ana on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dona Ana?

Across the inspection record, “mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dona Ana.

How does Dona Ana compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?

Dona Ana most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 88.

Has Dona Ana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dona Ana have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dona Ana means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Dona Ana inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dona Ana is inspected around three times per year on average.

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