La Rikera

904 Lee Boulevard, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 19, 2024
55
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, La Rikera has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 19, 2024. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. Note that La Rikera's inspection history hasn't been updated since Apr 19, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

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

Across the inspection history, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

La Rikera's latest score of 55 falls below the Lehigh Acres average of 78. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed beef and cheese stored in direct contact with grocery store type plastic bags in reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
14-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish ware and pans in hand wash sink unable to access for washing hands.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed items on truck prepared over 24 hours per owner not date marked
02C-02-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed doors and windows open when not serving food, spoke with operator about screening options or keeping them closed when not serving food. **Corrective Action Taken**
35B-14-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food storage ge shelves in MFDV covered with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with food debris and buildup of grease.
36-27-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed build up of food debris in microwave oven interior.
22-08-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed buildup of grease on backsplash behind grill area.
36-68-5
55
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ice maker on hand wash sink. **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed microwave on top of non sealed soft wood. **Warning**
14-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of spaghetti stored on the floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
70
Feb 24, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Rikera last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Rikera on file is from Apr 19, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Rikera?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Rikera.

How does La Rikera compare to other restaurants in Lehigh Acres?

La Rikera most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Lehigh Acres average of 78.

Has La Rikera's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Rikera have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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