How many health inspections has PAULINAS TAQUERIA had?

PAULINAS TAQUERIA has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has PAULINAS TAQUERIA ever been shut down?

No, PAULINAS TAQUERIA has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at PAULINAS TAQUERIA?

The most frequently cited violations at PAULINAS TAQUERIA are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

PAULINAS TAQUERIA

947 3 AVE N, Naples, FL 34102

Collier County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CHAMPION R&D KITCHEN, LLC · License: SEA2102327

PAULINAS TAQUERIA in Naples, FL has 25 inspections on record with 126 total violations (5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

25Inspections

126Violations

0Closures

Data current as of May 15, 2025

Inspection History (25)

May 15, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 8, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Apr 7, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

May 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 11, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Warning Issued

Mar 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V09 No contamination

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 7, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Aug 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 7, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

May 16, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Feb 21, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Aug 17, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 19, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Oct 18, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

PAULINAS TAQUERIA has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Collier County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.24.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has PAULINAS TAQUERIA had?: PAULINAS TAQUERIA has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has PAULINAS TAQUERIA ever been shut down?: No, PAULINAS TAQUERIA has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at PAULINAS TAQUERIA?: The most frequently cited violations at PAULINAS TAQUERIA are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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