Taqueria Mendoza Cruz

1790 N Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria Mendoza Cruz six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 23, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

“Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Taqueria Mendoza Cruz's latest score of 67 falls below the North Fort Myers average of 89. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 23, 2026

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over shredded cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved chicken to lowest shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

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. Observed Rafael working on truck over 2 months part time no proof of training. Operator states he will get him training very soon. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork prepared yesterday no date mark in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

02C-02-5

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

35B-14-4

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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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 cooked beans prepared yesterday no date marking in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

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

35B-14-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk container of flour unlabeled next to three compartment sink.

02D-01-5

Apr 25, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork over unwashed tomatoes in black reach in cooler . Operator moved pork to lower shelf and produce above. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

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 prepared yesterday no date mark.

02C-02-5

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

31A-09-4

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

35B-14-4

Jan 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed Operator wearing a bracelet while preparing food.

13-07-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed window behind flat top propped open.

35B-14-4

Jun 24, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material.

11-07-5

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.

11-05-4

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.eo Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104.

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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement

11-26-1

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Repeat 5-9-24 **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

May 9, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Mendoza Cruz last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Mendoza Cruz on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Mendoza Cruz?

Across the inspection record, “mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Mendoza Cruz.

How does Taqueria Mendoza Cruz compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?

Taqueria Mendoza Cruz most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.

Has Taqueria Mendoza Cruz's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Mendoza Cruz 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 Mendoza Cruz inspected?

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

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