Taqueria El Paisa

4502 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taqueria El Paisa has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Taqueria El Paisa was last inspected on Mar 10, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“No heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Taqueria El Paisa's latest score of 100 sits above the Fort Myers average of 80. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

May 6, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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 no date mark. **Warning**

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 printed form and gave to Owner. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-27-4

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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 printed copies filled out and completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-26-1

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

35B-14-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided printed copy and Operator hung up. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

51-13-4

Aug 20, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided Operator with DBPR Form 5030-105 via email.

51-13-4

Jun 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bottle of water in sink. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water shut off to sinks. Operator turned on pump during inspection and hot water under pressure was available at all sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

27-16-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria El Paisa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Paisa on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Paisa?

Across the inspection record, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Paisa.

How does Taqueria El Paisa compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Taqueria El Paisa most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Taqueria El Paisa's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria El Paisa have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria El Paisa 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 Taqueria El Paisa inspected?

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

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