Taqueria Gonzalez
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Taqueria Gonzalez has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 27, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average for Fort Myers sits at 80, putting Taqueria Gonzalez on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
95
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live roaches found on floor under triple sink. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store unwashed vegetables bag. Operator removed the bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil container stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Warning**
35B-14-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead roaches found on floor under triple sink. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under kitchen equipments. **Warning**
36-73-4
58
Aug 28, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee leave truck wearing gloves and go into adjacent convenient store. Employee returned and did not change gloves before prepping food. Discussed proper glove usage with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed spray bottle stored in hand washing sink. Operator removed. **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 cooked beef and chicken prepared yesterday per Operator with no date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink.
29-11-4
67
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lengua prepared yesterday with no date mark in reach in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed styrofoam to go containers not stored inverted on top of microwave. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
86
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-24: **Time Extended**
50-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-24: **Time Extended**
35B-14-4
90
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed black hose attached to waste tank running to a storm drain. **Warning**
28-09-5
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 Operator with Employee Reporting DBPR Form 5030-103 via email. **Warning**
11-26-1
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 Cleanup Instructions DBPR Form 5030-104 via email. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with pink liquid inside unlabeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink labeled Rinse, Sanitize, Wash. Provided Operator with Form 5025-510 showing proper setup via email. **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Warning**
50-03-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Warning**
35B-14-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided handwashing form 5030-211 via email to Operator. **Warning**
31B-04-4
47
Jun 13, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Gonzalez last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Gonzalez on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Gonzalez?
Across the inspection record, “mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Gonzalez.
How does Taqueria Gonzalez compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Taqueria Gonzalez most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Taqueria Gonzalez's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Gonzalez have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Gonzalez 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 Gonzalez inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Gonzalez is inspected around four times per year on average.
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