Taco Vazquez
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
55
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Taco Vazquez stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 1, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb”, showing up two times.
By comparison, the average Fort Myers facility scores 80, putting Taco Vazquez on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment. Educated operator on importance of having vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area blocked by cart in dishwash area. Educated operator on keeping hand wash sink accessible. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in back food prep area.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust near back walk in cooler. Educated operator on cleaning vents. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on shelving near togo window.
23-03-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons. Operator fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/sugar container. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Sep 22, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
95
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Aug 16, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
90
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to ice machine.
29-34-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with tostones. Operator placed in food grade containers. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw fish stored over container of beans. Operator switched raw fish to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front service hand wash sink used to rinse cloth. Educated operator on hand wash sink only. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of frozen chicken thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in walk in cooler.
36-27-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm.
21-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to ice machine and ice buildup in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
37
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
47
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet potato 118F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator removed double pan and leveled food with heat element. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water temperature in accessible restrooms reach 80F (waited 3 minutes).
27-16-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Men's restroom. Operator fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing above front service area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen. Educated operator on importance of cleaning vents. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks and food preparers in back kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hallway near back kitchen exit.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over ice machine. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Operator disposed of cloths. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Vazquez last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Vazquez on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Vazquez?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Vazquez.
How does Taco Vazquez compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Taco Vazquez most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Taco Vazquez's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Vazquez have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taco Vazquez 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 Taco Vazquez inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Vazquez is inspected around three times per year on average.
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