Juanitas in Immokalee
Last inspected:
204 Boston Ave, Immokalee, FL 34142Juanita's in Immokalee has accumulated 247 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for sewage leaks. Fire inspections documented six violations, primarily involving blocked fire exits and a locked exit door that were cited repeatedly between 2022 and 2024. The restaurant has faced five disciplinary actions totaling $1,760 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. Top recurring violations include improper hand and arm washing, food contact surface issues, and failure to properly clean multi-use utensils.
Most recent closure: March 6, 2019 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Juanitas in Immokalee: Comparison to Collier County Averages
This Facility
5.8
violations / inspection
5.8 violations per inspection
Collier County Avg
4.01
violations / inspection
4.01 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Collier County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Juanitas in Immokalee: Emergency Closure History (1)
Juanitas in Immokalee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $1,760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021054421 | $160.00 | Nov 2, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019011295 | — | Mar 6, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019000042 | $800.00 | Dec 4, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018053734 | $400.00 | Sep 7, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017018761 | $400.00 | Mar 22, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Juanitas in Immokalee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire exit obstructed with child seats. operator moved kids chairs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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 · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed high chairs blocking fire exit. Operator moved chairs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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 · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire exit door locked in dining room.operator unlocked door. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire exit blocked by high chairs.
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.
Juanitas in Immokalee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections42 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 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· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 11 inspections37 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Juanitas in Immokalee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Juanitas in Immokalee last inspected?
- Juanitas in Immokalee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Juanitas in Immokalee last shut down?
- Juanitas in Immokalee was last shut down on March 6, 2019 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Juanitas in Immokalee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Juanitas in Immokalee are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Juanitas in Immokalee had?
- Juanitas in Immokalee has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Juanitas in Immokalee find?
- Juanitas in Immokalee was most recently inspected on March 23, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Juanitas in Immokalee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Juanitas in Immokalee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Juanitas in Immokalee had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Juanitas in Immokalee has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Juanitas in Immokalee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Juanitas in Immokalee has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,760.00 in fines.
- How much has Juanitas in Immokalee been fined?
- Juanitas in Immokalee has been fined a total of $1,760.00 across 5 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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