Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante

12215 Collier Blvd, Naples, FL 34116

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2023, Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante has eight inspections in the public record. On Nov 24, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to five violations before.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Naples facility scores 81, putting Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 24, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked rice 46F cold hold, beans 45F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at kitchen entrance blocked by cart/shelving and microwaves. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash sink accessible. Operator removed cart/shelving. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at front service handwash sink and hand wash sink at kitchen entrance. Operator placed napkins at hand wash sinks. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked meats, beans, and stews not date marked in upright reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. Educated operator on the importance of date marking. **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bottled water stored on floor at front service area. Operator placed bottled water off of floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Sanitizing solution at front service area for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.

21-11-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm.

21-07-4

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Feb 16, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris

23-03-4

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. At men's restroom door

32-17-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Four door reach in cooler has torn gaskets

14-11-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in hot holding rice, being used as a scoop

14-01-5

Nov 28, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler observed cooked beef (51F - Cold Holding), Per operator product was cooked and stored yesterday. Operator discarded product. **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler observed cooked beef (51F - Cold Holding), Per operator product was cooked and stored yesterday. Operator discarded product. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler has ambient temperature reading 29F accurate reading is 40f

05-05-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler observed several soups and sauces not date marked.

02C-02-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door is not self closing

32-04-4

Jun 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Mar 27, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante.

How does Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.

Has Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Mexicana Restaurante is inspected around three times per year on average.

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