MONARCAS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE BAR & GRILL

Name: MONARCAS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE BAR & GRILL
Address: 4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1485B, FORT MYERS, FL, 33901, US
Rating: 73.5

4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1485B, FORT MYERS, FL 33901

License #4607187

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73.5 Grade C / 100

Mixed Health Record

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MONARCAS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE BAR & GRILL in FORT MYERS currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 73.5 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 18, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 38 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 31 of them so far.

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The latest inspection on March 18, 2026 shows 9 observation rows: 1 critical, 4 major, and 4 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding) on front line. The operator relocated items to the walk in cooler, states reach in cooler lid had been open during lunch rush.
[51-11-4] One out of four Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near beverage walk in cooler.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed container of rice made today with date marking for pork. The operator correctly labeled rice.
[14-16-4] Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed citrus squeezer coating peeling.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at host station and on bus cart.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed spoon handle in salt at prep area.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink on cook line used to store washcloths.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions, change date 10/24.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Margarita drink mix in buckets stored on floor of dry storage, the operator relocated the buckets.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (48F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The operator discarded beef in walk-in cooler.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket tire.
[38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair In dishwashing area.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table in kitchen. The operator removed cell phone from prep table.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed ribs in walk-in cooler with wrong date mark. The operator placed correct date on ribs.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen blocked by dishes. The operator removed the dishes from handwashing sink.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed alcohol on prep table in kitchen. The operator removed the bottle of alcohol from prep table.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees In dishwashing area and cook line.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of rice.
[27-19-4] Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hot water at handwashing sink on cook line and womens restroom shut off.
[11-27-4] 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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-204 for Operator. The operator posted form during inspection.
[53B-05-5] Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at handwashing sink on cook line and womens restroom shut off.

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