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AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY

3326 DEL PRADO BLVD S, STE 7 & 8, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Plantains 119F hot hold, chicken stew 109F hot hold at buffet. Educated operator on maintaining foods at 135F or above.
Observed cut cabbage 62F cold hold, flan 62F cold hold, and ham 60F cold hold, and raw chicken 62F cold hold more than 4 hours in walk in cooler. Stop Sale. Operator discarded foods. Operator iced down other foods and called refrigerated truck rental.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Observed buffet and ice machine added to front. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.

SAIGON PARIS BISTRO

12995 S CLEVELAND AVE #118, FORT MYERS · Lee County

No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dish rack soiled with mold like substance near dish machine.
Ceiling tiles missing at back storage.
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80 HANCOCK BRIDGE PKWY, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. The current manager Rachel Certified Food Manager Certification is Expired.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in dishwashing area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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12377 S CLEVELAND AVE #3B, 4, 5, FT MYERS · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over blue cheese. Operator removed raw shell eggs to bottom shelf.
Menu does not identify sea bass ceviche contain raw animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Operator identified sea bass ceviche on menu at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.
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 and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at server area. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
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12951 METRO PKWY STE 4, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shrimp (64F - Cold Holding) in roc in kitchen, the operator states they left it out while making spring rolls less than 1 hour. Observed bean sprouts (56F - Cold Holding); in kitchen. Educated operator about fill lines and stocking ice properly.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food-grade bags used in direct contact with raw chicken and vegetables.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef and raw shrimp above noodles in reach in cooler. Observed beef and chicken in reach in freezer stored side by side. Observed raw shell eggs stored over noodles in reach in cooler on cook line.
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. Emailed a copy to the operator.
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.
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2311 SANTA BARBARA BLVD STE 110, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The manager hung the mop to dry during inspection.

IL PRIMO PIZZA & WINGS V INC

2209 SANTA BARBARA BLVD #103, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler beside pizza maker and stand up reach-in freezer gasket torn.

THE SANDBAR AND GRILLE

4606 S CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged groupers and salmons bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
Dishmachine chlorine 00ppm, sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator started preparing triple sink for sanitation.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler; butter (55F - Cold Holding); turkey ham (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach in cooler for two hours. Operator removed all items to walk in freezer.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator oyster advisory and operator posted at dining area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged groupers and salmons bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
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26381 S TAMIAMI TRAIL #140, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

SNUG HARBOR RESTAURANT

645 OLD SAN CARLOS BLVD, FORT MYERS BEACH · Lee County

Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At hand sink near outside bar.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Raw oysters over ready to eat prepared tuna and raw tune stored over sweet fries. Operator moved all foods to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 02-03-2026
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 10 quarts of ranch dressing prepared on 08-03-2026 and 10 quarts of coleslaw dressing also prepared on 08-03-2026 exceeding 7 day date marking requirements
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 10 quarts of ranch dressing prepared on 08-03-2026 and 10 quarts of coleslaw dressing also prepared on 08-03-2026 exceeding 7 day date marking requirements
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. At hand sink on cooks line.
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YOUR WAY BURRITO BOWLZ & TACO

10801 CORKSCREW RD 193, ESTERO · Lee County

Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on the inside of tortilla warmer unit on front counter.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastics trays on the hand sink next to the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen. Operator moved trays .
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 agreement present, emailed form Employee reporting agreement DBPR FORM HR 5030-103
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of the last inspection available..
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on the prep table next to the walk in cooler.
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EL GAUCHO DELI CAFE

22905 LYDEN DR, ESTERO · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above ready to eat cheese and ham. Reach in glass double door refrigerator in the kitchen. Operator moved chicken to a lower shelf.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed operator crack eggs, then use a clean utensil without washing their hands and changing gloves. Educated operator on proper hand washing.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed restaurant is serving eggs, burgers and steaks cooked to order with no posted consumer advisory posted.emailed form.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser in the kitchen unable to dispense towels.
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. Observed some employee training expired.
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FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #0475

1523 NE PINE ISLAND RD, UNIT 11, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg container in reach-in cooler. The manager discarded cracked eggs.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors mens restroom door.

HOOK'S CATCH SEAFOOD & WINGS COLONIAL BLVD

2150 COLONIAL BLVD, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Employee wearing bracelets other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense flour. Operator removed the bowl.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled with grease.

AUTO INN TAVERN & RESTAURANT

4805 S CLEVELAND AVE UNIT A, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler three 6 oz filets of grouper with a label stating to "Remove from packaging prior to thawing under refrigeration" were completely thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
No chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand washing sink removed from employee bathroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink in dish machine area
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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MARCO'S PIZZA 8627

4600 SUMMERLIN RD STE A1, FORT MYERS · Lee County

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 and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Educated operator on having proof of state approved employee food safety training for employees.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed smoke/heat damage on ceiling tiles above pizza oven.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

4720 SE 9 PL STE 400, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean glasses at bar. Operator removed chemical.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator replaced and primed sanitizer. Rechecked concrete at 50 ppm..
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Handwashing sink at end of cook line nearest ice machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Educated operator on securing tanks. Operator secured tanks.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Educated operator on importance of having handwash sign at handwash sink. Operator placed sign at sink.

THREE GIRLS INC

3031 PINE ISLAND RD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by utensils and plastic spoons. The operator removed all items from handwashing sink.
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.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drinks in stand up reach-in cooler. The operator discarded open drinks.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The manager removed wiping cloth from under cutting board.

921 SE 13 AVE, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding) in stand up refrigerator. The owner placed a ice block on the raw chicken and raw beef.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler ambient temperature 48F.

MOJOE'S COFFEE CAFE

2000 ESTERO BLVD, FORT MYERS BEACH · Lee County

Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside small Insignia reach in freezer.

6431 ARC WAY, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 12/1/25.
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 to operator during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cutting board and strawberries stored on top of handwash sink. The operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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FIONAS FAMILY RESTAURANT

5207 33 ST E, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed: Exterior screen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

THE BREAKFAST COMPANY

7246 55 AVE E, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area food slicer soiled with dried food particles Person in charge stated it was not used today. Observed can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge placed in soiled dish area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food containers wet nest. Person in charge separated to air dry.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door in bakers area..
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.

LONGBEACH CAFE LLC

6836 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, LONGBOAT KEY · Manatee County

Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed tooth picks stored next to their medical alcohol. Operator moved the toothpicks.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cold smoked salmon strode above ready to eat food in the back cooler. Operator moved the salmon.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the operator use their cook line hand sink to rinse a bowl. Reviewed the sinks proper use with the operator.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for their 4hr time marked butter. Emailed the operator the plans to fill out.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks improperly stored in the front desk and back storage area. Operator removed them.

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