Sabor a Mexico
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
64
Score
Sabor a Mexico appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. Sabor a Mexico was last inspected on Apr 22, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That's lower than the typical North Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 88. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink covered with building materials next to commercial ice machine. **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. Operator states class is scheduled for next month. Employees have been working here for more than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid in expo area. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in women's bathroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food in prep area no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Cook line. **Warning**
10-20-4
64
Oct 29, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Jul 25, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
67
Jun 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
86
Mar 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
45
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer solution at 100ppm across from ice machine in kitchen. Operator added water, now reads 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
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 rice made yesterday with no date mark in walk-in cooler . **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed hand dicer next to chest reach in freezer with food debris on the blades.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed towels in hand washing sink by dishwasher. Operator removed towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink across from soda syrup rack. Operator refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked gaskets on door of walk-in cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with buildup of black mold like substance inside ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used as a scoop in bulk sugar in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
41
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher chlorine at 10 ppm. Operator connected new container and chlorine now at 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with buildup of debris on blade in prep area across from walk-in cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized blade during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink with trash bags in basin next to dishwasher. Operator removed bags. **Corrected On-Site**
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 refried beans in walk-in cooler made yesterday with no date mark.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle unlabeled with pink liquid near ice machine. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic ramekin in refried beans used as a scoop. Operator removed ramekin. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open beverage on shelf above steam table on cooks line. Operator removed cup. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two knives in crack between reach in coolers on cooks line. Operator removed knives wiped them with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons stored upright on expo line.
24-18-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sabor a Mexico last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sabor a Mexico on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sabor a Mexico?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sabor a Mexico.
How does Sabor a Mexico compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Sabor a Mexico most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 88.
Has Sabor a Mexico's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sabor a Mexico have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sabor a Mexico 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 Sabor a Mexico inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sabor a Mexico is inspected around two times per year on average.
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