The Cactus Truck
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
50
Score
Inspectors have visited The Cactus Truck seven times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Sep 25, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach-in cooler; cooked rice (58F - Cooling) Per operator cooked rice prepared and stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; sour cream (53F - Cold Holding). Per operator sour creamed portioned and stored in reach-in cooler for one hour. Operator moved sour cream to another reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach-in cooler; cooked rice (58F - Cooling) Per operator cooked rice prepared and stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice not properly date marked. Per operator cooked rice prepared the day before Inspection.
02C-02-5
Basic - Single-service cup lids improperly stored on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked rice. Operator moved the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
50
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored with single service food container at dry storage. Operator removed the medicine.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store food container. Operator removed food container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice prepared on site not properly date marked. Operator date market rice container.
02C-02-5
Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Caramel can stored on floor at dry storage.
08B-38-4
64
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steam table; cooked beef (110F - Hot Holding) Per operator placed on steamer for one hour. Operator started reheating to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store roll of garbage bags. Operator removed roll of garbage bags. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Provided operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In reach-in cooler cooked beans without date marked. Per operator cooked beans prepared and stored in reach-in cooler the day before the inspection.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled under triple sink. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service food container not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense rice. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipments and reach in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Can cheese sauce and soda bottles stored on floor.
08B-38-4
43
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
39
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in freezer. Operator removed chicken to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked with beverage jars and single service food containers. Operator removed beverage jars and single service food containers to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
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. Provided operator employee health reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor. Operator removed onion to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service food containers stored on floor and outside of the food truck.
25-05-4
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense sugar and home made juices. Operator removed the bowls. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
45
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap for handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked with cables. Operator removed cables to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored at food prep area. Operator removed cell phone to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Frying oil on floor.
08B-38-4
74
Mar 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cactus Truck last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cactus Truck on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cactus Truck?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Cactus Truck.
How does The Cactus Truck compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
The Cactus Truck most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has The Cactus Truck's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Cactus Truck have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Cactus Truck 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 The Cactus Truck inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cactus Truck is inspected around three times per year on average.
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