Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral
Last inspected:
3724 Del Prado Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33904Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral has accumulated 435 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.6 per visit. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,360 in fines. Fire inspectors documented a tortilla flat grill on the wait station with no hood suppression system, a hazard cited repeatedly across multiple inspection years. The top recurring violations involve cleaning multi-use utensils, proper ventilation, and hand washing procedures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
10.6
violations / inspection
10.6 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.35
violations / inspection
4.35 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025012415 | $160.00 | Feb 4, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2021053303 | $400.00 | Oct 27, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2021024314 | $600.00 | Apr 22, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2020050799 | $200.00 | Oct 2, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Observed tortilla flat grill on side wait/beverage station. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time extend for next unannounced inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: Time extend for next unannounced inspection.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Observed tortilla flat grill on side wait/beverage station. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time extend for next unannounced inspection.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Observed tortilla flat grill on side wait/beverage station. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 4 inspections34 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections40 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections54 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections52 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral had?
- Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral find?
- Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on August 3, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,360.00 in fines.
- How much has Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral been fined?
- Mexico Lindo Restaurant in Cape Coral has been fined a total of $1,360.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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