Donde EL Mono Colombian Food LLC
21720 S Tamiami Trl, Estero, FL 33928 · Permanent Food Service · License 4608026
What drove the grade
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 5 routine inspection5 intermediate (2 fixed on the spot)-13
- Safety score87
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Inspection history
2 inspections · 2 visitsLatest inspection
Routine inspection
- First visitOct 5, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate5
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Observed no chemical test strips for quaternary sanitizer.
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Observed rolling carts blocking hand was sink in the back prep kitchen area. Operator moved cart.
Fixed on the spot
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink on the front line. Operator placed paper towels and hand wash sink.
Fixed on the spot
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Observed manager does not have a current CFM certificate.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any training.
Earlier inspections 1
B86Routine inspection6 violations No follow-up needed
- First visitAug 3, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
6 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate5
Code 11, Employee health: 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.
Observed no proof of employee reporting agreements emailed Employee reporting agreement DBPR FORM HR 5030-103.
Fixed on the spot
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.
Observed no clean up plan for bodily fluids emailed Clean up of vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR FORM 5030-104.
Fixed on the spot
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Observed no paper towels at the handwashing wash sink next to the 3 compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Onserved no soap at the handwashing sink in the back next to the 3 compartment sink.
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic1
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Observed no choking poster posted, emailed Choking Handout DBPR FORM HR 5030-
Fixed on the spot
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Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.