Taquitos El Chaparro
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
86
Score
Taquitos El Chaparro appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. Taquitos El Chaparro was last inspected on Nov 20, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Myers restaurant scores 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
50-04-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Repeat Violation**
35B-14-4
86
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container in hand washing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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.
50-04-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Repeat Violation**
35B-14-4
82
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator moved tongs.**Repeat Violation** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Repeat Violation**
35B-14-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in three compartment sink without running water. Operator turned on water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
67
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves to work with raw chicken and did not wash hands after handling dirty utensils. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bowl blocking hand washing sink. Operator moved bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed standup reach in cooler with double glass doors has cracked gaskets and door doesn't close easily. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Repeat Violation**
35B-14-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing at room temperature in three compartment sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food.
13-07-4
61
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
55
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed service windows and doors open when not serving customers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-16: Observed service windows and doors open when not serving customers. **Time Extended**
35B-14-4
95
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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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** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed CFM expired 01/2023. **Warning**
53A-03-7
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** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on wire rack above three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket removed from reach in cooler drawer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use spatula stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatula between wall and hand washing sink. Operator placed in three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed service windows and doors open when not serving customers. **Warning**
35B-14-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed styrofoam to go plates not inverted. Operator inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
55
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taquitos El Chaparro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taquitos El Chaparro on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taquitos El Chaparro?
Across the inspection record, “mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Taquitos El Chaparro.
How does Taquitos El Chaparro compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Taquitos El Chaparro most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Taquitos El Chaparro's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taquitos El Chaparro have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taquitos El Chaparro 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 Taquitos El Chaparro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taquitos El Chaparro is inspected around three times per year on average.
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