Tacos & Tequila Cantina
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
90
Score
Going back to 2022, Tacos & Tequila Cantina has nine inspections in the public record. Tacos & Tequila Cantina was last inspected on Apr 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about five violations before that.
When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Naples restaurant scores 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line.
14-09-4
90
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
82
Nov 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken on a wire shelf was directly above raw pork in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved to proper place for food protection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in the server alley.
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee cell phone stored in or above a food preparation area in the kitchen.
40-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at 2 handwash sinks in the kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build-up on underside of drink dispensing heads on the soda tower in the server alley.
23-03-4
61
Nov 17, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength at the bar. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator called for service and glassware will be washed at the back dish machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the upper interior of the large ice machine in the kitchen. All other ice bins and machines observed to be clean.
22-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at the mop sink and at the three-compartment sink. Operator had employee begin cleaning during the visit **Corrective Action Taken**
36-27-5
78
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Apr 10, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. In dishwashing area, dishwasher switched from washing dirty dishes, no handwash. Spoke with operator about proper handwashing techniques, employee properly washed hands before returning to work. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready-to-eat cheese in walk-in cooler. Operator separated foods for proper food protection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Wild bird present inside establishment. Bird entered into dining room through large garage door left open in dining room. Bird was chased away by staff. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-15-4
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 Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104 and discussed assembling a kit. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near ice machine. Operator replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and wild animal present. Large glass garage door open in dining room, no air curtains engaged. Operator closed door. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-05-4
52
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of beans
01B-01-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stainless steel polish near Single Use items and food container on cook line. Corrected on site
41-10-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.observed employee cutting unwashed onions. Discussed proper procedures with operator, employee stopped, washed onions before continuing. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-39-4
Basic - Straws provided for on bar exposed to customers not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Corrected on site
25-27-4
67
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On service line counter cut tomatoes salsa (46F - Cold Holding) for two hours per operator. Operator added ice to ice bath for quick cooling. Discussed with operator storage options for high volume foods that need easy access. On bar, cut melon (66F - Cold Holding) for less than two hours. Discussed with operator using time as a public health control. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two unlabeled spray bottles of chemicals in bar area.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink at entrance to kitchen blocked with garbage can. Operator moved can to allow access to sink. Server station handwash sink used as dump sink. Bar area handwash sink located at entrance to bar used as dump sink. Operator cleared all sinks for proper use. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting in dishwashing area.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Next to walk-in cooler, box of lard stored on floor. Operator moved off of floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at employee bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in dry storage not labeled.
02D-01-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tacos & Tequila Cantina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tacos & Tequila Cantina on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tacos & Tequila Cantina?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tacos & Tequila Cantina.
How does Tacos & Tequila Cantina compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Tacos & Tequila Cantina most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.
Has Tacos & Tequila Cantina's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tacos & Tequila Cantina have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tacos & Tequila Cantina means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Tacos & Tequila Cantina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos & Tequila Cantina is inspected around two times per year on average.
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