El Pilon Playero

4509 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited El Pilon Playero six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 12, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

“No heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Lehigh Acres restaurant scores 78. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In smaller reach-in cooler, raw ground beef over raw shrimp. Operator rearranged for proper food storage. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Large jug of oil on floor next to deep fry in truck. Operator moved off floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Oct 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In front steam well in mobile unit, cooked pork skewers (121F - Hot Holding) for thirty minutes per operator. Operator turned up temperature on warmer. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to operator. **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Apr 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Plantains in non food grade plastic containers in tall reach-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

14-15-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In small reach-in cooler, raw shrimp over ready-to-eat sauces. Operator rearranged cooler for proper food storage. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.

11-27-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed sign to operator.

51-13-4

Nov 1, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Feb 28, 2024

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Establishment operating without an approved sewage system. Observed unit's wastewater system hooked up to PVC pipe that is buried in the ground. Operator disconnected from system and utilizing the tank that is built into this unit. **Corrected On-Site**

28-08-4

High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed non food grade hose hooked up to clean water tank on food truck.

29-04-4

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. Operator had all employees working at time of inspection sign form. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Mar 23, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Pilon Playero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Pilon Playero on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Pilon Playero?

Across the inspection record, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Pilon Playero.

How does El Pilon Playero compare to other restaurants in Lehigh Acres?

El Pilon Playero most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Lehigh Acres average of 78.

Has El Pilon Playero's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Pilon Playero have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Pilon Playero 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 El Pilon Playero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Pilon Playero is inspected around two times per year on average.

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