Taco Factory

1501 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Taco Factory has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from May 2, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves”, which has been cited two times.

Taco Factory's latest score is in line with the Fort Myers average of 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 2, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.Observed employee put on gloves after cleaning a counter without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-07-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee beverage on top of reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. Operator removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Repeat Violation**

35B-14-4

Dec 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container inside hand washing sink. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee removed bracelet. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Operator closed screens. **Corrected On-Site**

35B-14-4

Apr 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork prepared yesterday no date marking.

02C-02-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as a scoop in tomatillo sauce. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Jan 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee putting dirty container in three compartment sink and put on gloves without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-07-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed screen torn in door.

36-60-5

Mar 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

Jan 21, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Factory last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Factory on file is from May 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Factory?

Across the inspection record, “employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Factory.

How does Taco Factory compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Taco Factory most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Taco Factory's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Factory have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Factory means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Taco Factory inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Factory is inspected around two times per year on average.

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Ortiz Avenue Flea Market

Score: 55 — Medium Risk

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