DirtyFLRestaurant Inspection Data

EL CRIOLLO CUBAN FOODS

With 6 inspections documented, EL CRIOLLO CUBAN FOODS maintains a 3.3/5 food safety rating in LEHIGH ACRES. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

1100 Lee Boulevard
Florida, 33936
Lehigh Acres
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/15/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13491401

  • 50-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-15: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/13/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10915781

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic no handle cup in bulk sugar container. Warning
  • 50-04-4: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. Warning
  • 35B-14-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed rear door and service window open when not selling food. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 27-12-4:High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed no running water on MFDV. Warning
  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - Live, small flying insects found observed 10 live flying insects in MFDV. Warning
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut fruit stored in to go style grocery bags in reach in freezer. Warning
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 dead flies in horchata drink mix. Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled red cutting board in use. Warning
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed bulk prepared items in reach in cooler not date marked. Warning
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no running water at hand sink. Warning

Inspection Date: 3/6/2025

  • 35B-14-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed rear door and service window open when not dispensing food.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and raw chicken stored on the top shelf of the reach in cooler above cooked onions, peppers, and shredded cheese.
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food in reach in cooler and freezer not date marked.

Inspection Date: 11/7/2024

  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under fryer grill and prep tables.
  • 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed pizza cutter and spatula stored between the sink and the wall. Operator moved the utensils. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease on the wall next to the fryer and the grill. Operator stated they are in the process of cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork and chicken stored on the shelf above cheese and cut onions. Operator switched raw product to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no food in reach in refrigerator date marked.

Inspection Date: 12/19/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8527241

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 10/16/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8513316

  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Sent operator appropriate form. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • 11-26-1: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. Set operator appropriate form. **Corrective Action Taken**