Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres
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1454 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres has accumulated 203 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,820 in fines, with the largest fine reaching $1,000. Recurring violations center on food contact surface cleanliness, multi-use utensil storage, and ventilation maintenance. Recent inspections show an inconsistent compliance pattern, with the facility achieving zero violations in December 2024 and November 2025, but returning to six violations in the most recent March 2026 inspection.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,820.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023050361 | $120.00 | Jul 24, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2015009290 | $1,000.00 | Feb 6, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2014050972 | $700.00 | Nov 26, 2014 | Fort Lauderdale |
Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 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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— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
- Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres had?
- Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres find?
- Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres ever been shut down?
- No, Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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.
- Has Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,820.00 in fines.
- How much has Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres been fined?
- Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano in Lehigh Acres has been fined a total of $1,820.00 across 3 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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