Taqueria Dos Banderas

916 Pondela Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Taqueria Dos Banderas has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 27, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other North Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 89), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is open, operating and serving the public. Observed license expired 12/01/2025. **Warning**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bags stored in hand washing sink. Operator removed bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed screen in door torn. **Warning**

36-60-5

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Warning**

35B-14-4

Sep 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Jun 17, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Aug 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop from ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**

36-60-5

Apr 4, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Mar 17, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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 - 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 cooked chicken prepared yesterday with no date mark.

02C-02-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Employee put on hairnet during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Aug 10, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink with tray covering it. Operator moved tray. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed damaged light shield over cashier area. Across from reach in freezer.

38-01-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Dos Banderas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Dos Banderas on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Dos Banderas?

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

How does Taqueria Dos Banderas compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?

Taqueria Dos Banderas most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.

Has Taqueria Dos Banderas' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Dos Banderas have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Dos Banderas 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 Taqueria Dos Banderas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Dos Banderas is inspected around two times per year on average.

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