El Rincon De Mexico
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
100
Score
Public records show eight inspections at El Rincon De Mexico stretching back to 2022. On Mar 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Restaurants in Naples average 81, so El Rincon De Mexico is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler next to the deep fryer raw chicken is stored above washed lettuce, cooked meatballs and rice balls. Operator moved the raw chicken to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - 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 primed the dishwasher, chlorine sanitizer 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - 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. There is no proof of training for any employees. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In the reach i. Cooler next to the ansil system there is an open deli ham with no date marking. Per operator the ham was opened greater than 24 hours prior. **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. There are containers of flour, sugar and salt in front of the hand washing sink by the dishwasher. Operator cleared the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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/ There us no certified food manager for the establishment. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. There are containers with no handles inside containers of sugar and salt. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. There is standing water underneath the floor tiles in front of the ice machine. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. There is an objectionable order from the water that seeps from under the floor tiles in front of the ice maker. **Warning**
36-64-5
43
Jun 13, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. The bathroom doors are not self closing.
32-04-4
95
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In the glass door Coca-Cola cooler bread is in direct contact with a non-food grade to go bag.
14-31-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage bleach and cleaning products are stored over bottled drinks. Operator moved items to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. Not all employees have signed the employee health reporting agreement.
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. There is a plastic ramekin inside a container of cocktail sauce. Operator removed the plastic ramekin. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
64
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the glass door reach in cooler on the cook line Poultry (45F - Cold Holding).
03A-02-5
High Priority - 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, rinse and sanitize in the triple sink.
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. There is a buildup of debris on top of the dishwasher.
16-21-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. There are holes in the wall under the fuse boxes by the back door.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils in standing water at 99F. Operator drained, refilled and heated the water to 140F. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaks from the cold water faucet at the triple sink when the water is turned on. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. The grease receptacle is in a grass area between the parking lot and the neighbors fence.
33-23-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. There is a buildup of grease on the floor under the cook line.
36-73-4
55
Apr 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the white upright cooler in the dry storage area there is raw beef stored over cooked beef. This is a repeat violation from 8/4/2022. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: In the white upright cooler in the storage area there is raw chicken stored over pico de gallo. Operator moved items to proper storage order. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Inspector provided the operator with a written procedure for the cleaning of vomiting and diarrhea. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Inspector provided the operator with the employee reporting agreement. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In the triple sink there is a case of beef tripe thawing at room temperature, on a table in the center of the kitchen there fish thawing at room temperature. All items are still frozen solid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: There is raw beef thawing at room temperature on the drain board of the triple sink. **Time Extended**
06-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. The cold water faucet at the triple sink leaks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
64
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Rincon De Mexico last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Rincon De Mexico on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Rincon De Mexico?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Rincon De Mexico.
How does El Rincon De Mexico compare to other restaurants in Naples?
El Rincon De Mexico most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.
Has El Rincon De Mexico's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at El Rincon De Mexico have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Rincon De Mexico 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 Rincon De Mexico inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Rincon De Mexico is inspected around two times per year on average.
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