El Tibiry Tabara

11770 Metro Pkwy Unit A, Fort Myers, FL 33966

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

Score

High Risk

El Tibiry Tabara appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 13, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 11 violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Containers of medicine improperly stored over food, single service cups by handwash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee did not change gloves while washing hands. Spoke with employee, employee removed gloves to wash hands properly. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-09-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In tall glass door reach-in cooler, raw pork over cooked rice and beans. Spoke with operator regarding proper food storage, operator rearranged foods for proper food protection. Provided operator with Spanish language handout for food storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with garbage can, chair. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Food handler Janice hired more than 60 days no proof of training.

53B-02-5

Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator purchased approved chlorine sanitizer at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-38-5

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed advisory for operator, operator hung in window. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef thawing in sink no running water at room temperature.

06-01-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Canned sodas and condiments on floor by flat grill, box of tomatoes and onions under front counter. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

10-08-5

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray on exterior of mobile unit.

14-73-4

May 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked rice. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between make table and the prep table next to the stove.

10-17-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of jasmine rice and bag of limes stored on the floor. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Mar 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips available to check chlorine.

16-37-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of sugar stored on the floor.

08B-38-4

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. Observed license number not on the MFDV.

50-04-4

Jun 14, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Tibiry Tabara last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Tibiry Tabara on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Tibiry Tabara?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Tibiry Tabara.

How does El Tibiry Tabara compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

El Tibiry Tabara most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has El Tibiry Tabara's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Tibiry Tabara have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Tibiry Tabara 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 Tibiry Tabara inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Tibiry Tabara is inspected around three times per year on average.

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