Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano

1886 40 Ter Sw, Naples, FL 34116
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano was last inspected on Apr 2, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

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

The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Naples facility scores 81, putting Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In the server prep area observed container of blender and a wet rag inside of the handwashing sink. Discussed with operator handwashing sink are only for handwashing to prevent/reduce cross contamination. Operator removed all items from handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. In the menu there is a dish "ceviche" with raw seafood that is not marked indicating the consumer advisory. Operator stated dish is no longer being served and will be removed when new menus are printed.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the stand alone reach in cold holding unit near the entrance of the kitchen area, observed rice and beans without a date mark. Operator stated foods were prepared two days prior to inspection. In the freezer next to the cook line, observed cooked pork without date mark, operator stated food was prepared three days prior to inspection. Discussed with operator proper date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
67
Oct 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw shelled eggs (62F - Cold Holding) operated stated raw shelled eggs had been out of refrigeration for 40 minutes. Educated operator on time as a public health control. Operator began filling out time as a public health control form. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the right side stand alone cooler, observed raw chicken placed over raw pork and raw beef. Operator rearranged for proper storage. Provided operator with DBPR safe refrigerator storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The handwashing sink next to the cook top was being blocked with two step ladders. Operator removed step ladder to allow access to the handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed frozen beans not labeled, operator stated they had been prepped and frozen 5 days ago. **Repeat Violation**
02C-04-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour, oat meal flour, corn starch, sugar, and salt containers have been removed from original packaging and are not labeled. Operator labeled all food containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers in kitchen with old labels stuck to containers. Label stating chicken in one container was used for oat meal flour. Label stating chicken was used for storing clean dishes.
16-46-4
50
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed mop water being dumped on the ground. Educated operator about mop sink usage only for wastewater
28-14-5
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 tomato slice with bare hand. Educated employee about using gloves and barriers. Employee discarded tomato slice and washed hands, and put on gloves.
09-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At front counter, observed pan of sanitizer inside Hand washing sink. Operator removed sanitizer **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter, observed no paper towels or soap at Hand washing sink
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed frozen soups thawing in reach in cooler without date marking from when items were pulled from freezer.
02C-04-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Employee restroom has no covered waste receptacle
32-12-6
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door handle, observed three sets of tongs. Operator removed tongs **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In flour bin, observed pint container with no handle being used as a scoop
14-01-5
47
Nov 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back of kitchen 7-27-2023 **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
36-11-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. White reach in cooler has No Ambient thermometer
05-09-4
82
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. 5-19-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 5-19-23 Gas line pipes have heavy accumulated grease and debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. 5-19-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
86
May 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
55
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano.

How does Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.

Has Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano 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 Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rincon Hondureno Sentro Americano is inspected around two times per year on average.