Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine

2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd Ste 142, Naples, FL 34109

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 13, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

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

By comparison, the average Naples facility scores 81, putting Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

May 27, 2025

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Mar 24, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In storage area, observed chlorine bleach being stored over clamato juice. Operator rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-10-4

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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. **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork without date marking.Per operator, pork was cooked two days ago. **Warning**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator was able to provide documentation Angelina cruz leon 9-9-22 Sev Safe **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In front cook area and restroom observed no paper towels. Operator replenished towels **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. In kitchen, observed potatoes being stored on the kitchen floor. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At front cook line. **Warning**

10-20-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen area, floor is in disrepair. Per operator, grease trap has been serviced and it is currently covered with plywood and a utility mat. **Warning**

36-17-5

Jul 9, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator is using time tracking at the front counter for lettuce, homemade salsa and shredded cheese without a written plan. Educated operator about Time as a public health control, provided forms and helped begin filling out.

03F-10-5

Dec 14, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine on file is from Oct 13, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.

Has Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Imperio Taqueria Mexican Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.

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