El Taquito #2
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
47
Score
Across the available record, El Taquito #2 has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Immokalee restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked eggs in egg container on prep table across from cook line. The operator removed all cracked eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-14-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. The Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed No Soap in men's restroom.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed steak and beef not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed Manager Time As Public Health Form for Eggs and Produce across from cook line. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour. The operator removed scooper from container of flour. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
47
Aug 1, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee handle raw tomatoes with their bare hands, explained the importance of wearing gloves or using utensils, or wax paper. Tomatoes were discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled on reach in stand up freezer on dry storage.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusting in reach in Icooler in dry storage area.
14-33-4
Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed locking mechanism on outside ice machine broken.
08B-62-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with grease like substance in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Warewashing conducted in outdoor area. Observed employee washing dishes in outside sink.
16-25-5
67
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Oct 4, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack eggs then handle utensil with no handwashing or gloves change in between, educated operator on proper procedures when cracking raw shell eggs, and changing tasks. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 1 case of eggs on the ground in dry storage area with an ambient temperature of 70F. Operator discarded the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handler training expired for establishment, operator has a training session scheduled. **Corrective Action Taken**
53B-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in interior bin of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed eggs stored on the floor in dry storage area, stop sale issued due to temperature violations and operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Observed ice scoop outside sitting on unclean surface of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
10-13-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in coolers.
05-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
33-16-4
Basic - Warewashing conducted in outdoor area. Observed employees rinsing and washing dishes outside establishment behind the building proper sanitation step. All dish ware must be washed, rinsed and sanitized properly between uses. Informed operator of proper cleaning procedures for ware washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-25-5
50
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed date on water filters for ice machine dated 6-24-22.
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on ice machine interior. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed paint on ceiling peeling.
36-32-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop sitting in direct contact with dirty metal shelf on ice machine. Operator moved scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in bulk flour bin n contact with flour. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on reach in doors and gaskets.
23-03-4
70
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touch toasted bun and plate to be served with bare hands, educated employee on the need to wear gloves when handling ready to eat food, bun was discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
09-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine bin soiled with black mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bulk bags of rice in dry storage area not 6 inches off of the floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Observed ice scoop on outside ice machine store on dirty side rail of ice machine.
10-13-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in contact with cornmeal in bulk in use bin.
10-01-5
70
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
74
Mar 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 1 loaf of bread in dry storage with mold like substance. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air handler in kitchen with build up of dust like debris.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed bottle of open water above steam table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door handles and gaskets on reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink in poor repair, gaskets and handles broken. Covered with tape.
14-11-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
31B-04-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Taquito #2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Taquito #2 on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Taquito #2?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Taquito #2.
How does El Taquito #2 compare to other restaurants in Immokalee?
El Taquito #2 most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Immokalee average of 83.
Has El Taquito #2's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Taquito #2 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Taquito #2 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is El Taquito #2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Taquito #2 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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