Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria

105 S 1 St Unit 6, Immokalee, FL 34142
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
50
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 14, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Immokalee restaurant, which scores around 83. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed food stored in the reach in freezer in grocery store type plastic bags.
14-15-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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. Emailed copy of Clean up of vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR FORM 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Observed no signed employee reporting agreements emailed Employee reporting agreement DBPR FORM HR 5030-103 **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle on scoop in contact with dry rice in a bulk use bin,
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door's gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed tripe thawing in standing water in the sink.
06-01-5
50
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw tripe stored on a shelf above unwashed poblano peppers.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of paint thinner stored on the floor at the front counter next to a handwashing sink.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed bulk prepared items in plastic containers and bags in the reach in freezer prepared onsite and not date marked.
02C-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 no date marking on any food in the walk in bulk containers or in the reach in bulk product containers. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing at floor drain in the kitchen by the rear door.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer and cooler door gaskets soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
55
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the unisex restroom.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all food in reach in cooler not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on the floor in the walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed gaskets soiled on reach in cooler door and freezer. **Repeat Violation**
23-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl in the pinto bean in use bulk container. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
70
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Dec 22, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria.

How does Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Immokalee?

Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Immokalee average of 83.

Has Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria 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 Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria inspected?

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