La Nortenita II

1541 Del Prado Blvd N, Cape Coral, FL 33909

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited La Nortenita II five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 17, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “operating with an expired division of hotels”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Cape Coral average 77, so La Nortenita II trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw talipa over ready to eat frozen fries in reach-in. The owner moved the raw talipa beside the shelled eggs on bottom shelf in reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soloed. **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towel dispenser in kitchen broken. The owner placed paper towels at handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

31B-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

36-32-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag on onions on floor in kitchen. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Sep 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak over ready to eat pork in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner moved the raw steak beside the raw shrimp on bottom shelf under pork. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. The owner added water to get the correct strength. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The owner placed paper towels at handwashing sink in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old date mark on rice in reach-in cooler. The owner stated she is changing date stamp on rice. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-46-4

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: Observed Business License Expired. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**

36-32-5

Jan 21, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**

50-17-3

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat chorizo and fries in reach-in cooler. The operator moved the raw shrimp to bottom shelf beside shelled eggs in reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shrimp, chorizo and chicken not date marked. **Warning**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**

31B-02-4

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

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**

10-20-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**

21-04-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage area. **Warning**

36-32-5

Jul 16, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Nortenita II last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Nortenita II on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Nortenita II?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Nortenita II.

How does La Nortenita II compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?

La Nortenita II most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Cape Coral average of 77.

Has La Nortenita II's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Nortenita II have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Nortenita II 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 La Nortenita II inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Nortenita II is inspected around three times per year on average.

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