Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
All data sourced from the Florida DBPR. The InspectFL Health Score is our own calculation — not an official government rating. Visit our food safety page to learn how violations affect your health, or view the official inspection report at myfloridalicense.com.
802 GULF SHORE BLVD N, NAPLES · Collier County
- Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed packaged onsite, for customer self service, ice cream not labeled properly.
4135 MLK BLVD, FORT MYERS · Glades County
- Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
- 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.
267 US 27 N, SEBRING · Highlands County
- Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee in dish room, touching dirty dishes and then touching clean dishes without proper handwashing, owner educated employee on handwashing.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled with grease.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler next to slicer in kitchen.
- In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in the container of sugar, owner removed.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups in the wait staff area not air drying properly.
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6813 US HWY 27 S, SEBRING · Highlands County
- Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Par cooked chicken wings over vegetables in walk in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on frying station area. Operator will place at location.
- Food storage container lid cracked and repaired with black tape.
- Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing at prep area.
- Outlet missing cover at dishwasher area.
4800 HAW BRANCH RD, SEBRING · Highlands County
- Operator has replaced some of the cutting boards.
- No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on cook line.
- Operator has on site but not replaced.
3750 N US HWY 27 UNIT 40, SEBRING · Highlands County
- Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed raw cut chicken in four bags in reach in freezer in kitchen, per owner was prepared yesterday morning on 8/25/26 and not date marked.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a peanut butter sauce in a container in reach in cooler in the kitchen per owner prepared yesterday morning on 8/25/26 and not date marked.
- Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed particle board on three shelves in the kitchen with spices on it.
- In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 106F in kitchen next to the rice, owner placed warmer on high and is at 139.
12906 HWY 98, SEBRING · Highlands County
- Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly: tested at Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm). Operator set up triple sink and will call for service.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Black eye peas made two days ago not date marked. Operator date marked.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times: pan lids in handwashing sink on cook line. Operator removed.
- Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt.
- Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
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2709 US HWY 27 S, SEBRING · Highlands County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the back hand washing sink, operator replaced.
- Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with bracelet on, preparing orders, employee took off.
- Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the back door of kitchen.
- Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator corrected by updating to current license.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans in back of kitchen on shelf with water in between and not air drying properly.
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3953 US 27 S, SEBRING · Highlands County
- No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed butter in crock pot at 104F on counter with no written plan, sent operator copy by email.
- Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. C. Meyers expired 7/2025.
- Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on the prep table.
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer in back dry storage with ice build up.
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2623 US HWY 27 S UNIT 2, SEBRING · Highlands County
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shrimp cocktail mix in front reach in cooler in dining area, per operator made on 8/24/26 without a date mark on it, owner date marked.
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler in front counter area.
- Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed door open to the restroom.
- Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed a counter top fryer in the back of kitchen with no hood suppression system, operator removed fryer.
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2440 PALM RIDGE RD, SANIBEL · Lee County
- Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Claudine G expired on 03-22-2025 and Danielle Z expired on 06-22-2025.
- Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Build up of grease on sides of exhaust hood and walls around three compartment sink.
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside small reach in freezer next to walk in cooler This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 02-17-2026
- Single-service articles improperly stored. Large to go containers not stored inverted behind bar. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
- Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of walnuts on front make table not labeled.
8961 COLLEGE PKWY, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed condensation dripping from ceiling from ac vent. Note: operator has area blocked off.
1215 CAPE CORAL PKWY E, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cream 62F cold hold, sour cream 58F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator states opening, closing, and door ajar. Operator turned down reach un cooler.
- Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
- Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Operator discarded cloth.
- Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in hallway at kitchen entrance.
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3412 CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Open dumpster lid.
- No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided a copy to operator during inspection.
11601 S CLEVELAND AVE #4, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored over soda bottles at dry storage. Operator removed employee bag to proper storage.
- Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizing bucket stored with steam table. Operator removed sanitizing bucket to proper storage.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near triple sink.
2330 PALM RIDGE RD UNIT #2, SANIBEL · Lee County
- Clean utensils stored between equipment. Knives stored between make tables. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
10800 CORKSCREW RD STE# 140, ESTERO · Lee County
- 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 and printed Clean up of vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR FORM 5030-104
- 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. Emailed and printed form Employee reporting agreement DBPR FORM HR 5030-103
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sinks.
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit available for quaternary sanitizer.
- No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.emailed and printed Choking Handout DBPR FORM HR 5030
1341 SE 47 TERR, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment.
- Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator placed napkins at handwash sink.
- Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink near back kitchen exit. Operator turned on water.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored inside handwash at bar.
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3228 FOWLER ST, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed bags of raw beef and raw chicken in reach in freezer over corn. The operator corrected the items.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse a metal pan in handwash sink in kitchen.
- Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Observed 3 compartment sink setup as wash/sanitize/rinse. Reviewed proper setup with operator.
- In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. The operator removed the tongs.
- No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed copy to operator during inspection.
4820 CANDIA ST, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Salsa 63F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed salsa back in reach in cooler.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over container of ready to eat chorizo.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of paint stored next to box of sugar in wait station. Operator removed paint.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensil storage container stored inside handwash sink in dishwash area.
- No soap provided at handwash sink in dishwash area and handwash sink near ice machine.
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1870 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3 door reach in cooler door fall off on unit closest to rear exit. Observed broken gaskets hanging on inside of reach in cooler across from flat top.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup of black mold like substance inside commercial ice bin.
2110 CHIQUITA BLVD S, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs over ready to eat cream cheese and cottage cheese. The Manager moved the raw shelled eggs on bottom shelf under the ready to eat products.
- Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open coffee on prep table. The Manager removed the open cup of coffee.
- Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
2200 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, #B, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp and squid stored over plantains and pastries in reach in freezer.
- Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed langostinos and scallops thawing in standing water prior to cooking.
- Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed ladder blocking mop sink in dry storage area.
4650 SOUTH CLEVELAND AVENUE #8, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler; raw scallops stored over green beans and sauce. Operator removed raw scallops to bottom shelf.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On reach in cooler; cooked peas carrots (56F - Cold Holding). Per operator cooked peas and carrots stored on reach in cooler for one hour. Operator removed cooked peas and carrots to inside of reach in cooler.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with prep table near cook line.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled spray bottle.
- Kitchen exit door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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1700 PERIWINKLE WAY, SANIBEL · Lee County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink next to three compartment sink. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 10-06-2025
- Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at mop sink.
12011 S CLEVELAND AVE STE 2, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Grease on the ground and pad around grease receptacle.
- Missing drain plug at dumpster.