Immokalee — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Immokalee, Florida has 59 food establishments with 872 inspections on record. The pass rate is 78.1%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,000 assessed to El Gran Taco Loco in Immokalee on February 4, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthonys Mexican Restaurant | 39 | 328 | 3 |
| Brenda's Mexican Restaurant | 49 | 371 | 2 |
| Roma in Lima Pizza & Cuisine LLC | 37 | 360 | 2 |
| El Gran Taco Loco | 24 | 296 | 2 |
| Fify's | 49 | 290 | 2 |
Immokalee Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Immokalee Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roma in Lima Pizza & Cuisine LLC | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Mingo's Market BBQ | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Kfc | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| El Gran Taco Loco | 19 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Brenda's Mexican Restaurant | 12 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Gold Garden | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| El Cubano Restaurant of Immokalee | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Lozano's Rest & Sports Bar INC | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kountry Kitchen | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Zacatecas Restaurant Taqueria | 8 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
Immokalee Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 7,805 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 5,990 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 4,010 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 3,848 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 3,717 |
Immokalee Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2026 | El Gran Taco Loco | $1,000 | 7--2025089692 |
| Jul 14, 2025 | El Gran Taco Loco | $560 | 7--2025044486 |
| Jul 14, 2025 | El Gran Taco Loco | $360 | 7--2025033511 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Mingo's Market BBQ | $160 | 7--2025076792 |
Immokalee Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 18 |
| Other fire safety violation | 6 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 2 |
Immokalee Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Immokalee has 27 FDACS-regulated facilities with 93 inspections on record and 20 stop-sale orders issued.
Immokalee FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Handy-food-store-0075-08819 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… |
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Immokalee FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Immokalee Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winn-Dixie | 1 | 170 | 584 |
Immokalee: Notable Restaurants
Anthonys Mexican Restaurant
Brenda's Mexican Restaurant
Roma in Lima Pizza & Cuisine LLC
Fify's
Juanitas
Mingo's Market BBQ
Immokalee: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | 1 | 37 | 0 |
| Papa Johns | 1 | 66 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 57 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 97 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 10 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 41 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 105 | 2 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 83 | 0 |
Immokalee Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Immokalee?
- Immokalee, Florida has 59 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Immokalee?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Immokalee is 78.1%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- What are the most common health violations in Immokalee?
- The most frequently cited violations in Immokalee are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Immokalee?
- Burger King has the most locations in Immokalee with 1 establishments.
- How does Immokalee compare to the Florida state average?
- Immokalee has a pass rate of 78.1%, which is 7.9 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Immokalee?
- Food establishments in Immokalee have an average of 14.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Immokalee been assessed?
- Food establishments in Immokalee have been assessed $36,160 in fines across 84 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $470 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Immokalee restaurants?
- 26 fire safety violations have been documented across 10 food establishments in Immokalee. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Immokalee inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Immokalee, Florida has 27 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 93 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Immokalee?
- FDACS has issued 20 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Immokalee. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Immokalee Restaurants & Food Establishments (59)
Wendy's
1101 N 15TH ST, Immokalee
31 inspections · 97 violations · Last: Nov 2025Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken
302 N 15 ST, Immokalee
22 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Oct 2025Arthrex
6875 ARTHREX COMMERCE DR, Immokalee
20 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Dec 2025Tierra Caliente Paleteria
317 NEW MARKET RD W, Immokalee
13 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Oct 2025Raynor's Seafood of Immokalee
114 N 2 ST, Immokalee
21 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Apr 2026Los Hermanos Tamps
111 W MAIN ST, Immokalee
18 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Dec 2025Papa Johns Pizza
1630 LAKE TRAFFORD RD UNIT 1, Immokalee
15 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Apr 2026McDonald's Nsn 15912
420 N 15 ST, Immokalee
20 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Oct 2025Subway
101 S 7TH ST SUITE 103, Immokalee
17 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Jul 2025Burger King #13849
1260 N 15 ST, Immokalee
23 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Oct 2025Kfc
630 N 15 ST, Immokalee
14 inspections · 10 violations · Last: Apr 2026Oil Well Craft Beer
5334 AVE MARIA BLVD STE 500-800, Immokalee
8 inspections · 10 violations · Last: Jan 2026La Bendicion Del Jesus LLC FDACS Retail
507 W Main ST Ste 2, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFImmokalee Gas LLC FDACS Retail
516 W Main ST, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food ServiceBocaditos Naples LLC FDACS Retail
170 Airpark Blvd N.103, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable ProcessingR and R Seafood LLC FDACS Retail
170 Airpark Blvd. Suite #103, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Other Seafood ProcessingMama Brooks LLC FDACS Retail
170 Airpark Blvd No. 103, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Other Non Perishable ProcessorRosa Grocery& Beauty Supply LLC. FDACS Retail
1015 WEST MAIN STREET STE 10, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSHandy Food Store # 0077 FDACS Retail
1812 Lake Trafford RD, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceTortilleria La Rancherita FDACS Retail
316 New Market RD W, Immokalee
FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS