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.
4805 S CLEVELAND AVE B, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef kabab stored over chopped tomatoes. Operator removed raw ground beef kabab to proper storage.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store food containers. Operator removed containers.
- Single-service food container not stored inverted or protected from contamination at top of the reach in cooler.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
4631 SE 10 PL, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice 47F cooling overnight. Stop Sale. Operator discarded rice.
- No hot running water on left side of three-compartment sink.
- Standing water or very slow draining water in mop sink.
4135 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler near cook line; cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach in cooler for 2 hours. Operator removed all items to other reach in cooler.
- 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. Provided operator employee health reporting agreement.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease under kitchen equipments.
- Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Side windows cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
5043 S CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipments at kitchen and bar area.
8750 GLADIOLUS DR 13, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed krab 52F cold hold, raw chicken 50F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale. Operator discarded foods.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over container of raw beef. Educated operator on separation of raw foods. Operator switched containers.
- Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee not washing hands properly, not taking gloves off to wash hands, and not using soap. Operator educated employee to wash hands.
- Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
- Single-service containers not constructed with the required characteristics. Observed single-use plastic containers being used to store raw fish. Educated operator on not using single-use containers.
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4320 DEL PRADO BLVD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of mop sink. Educated operator on having mouth of hose above flood rim of mop sink.
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk 50F cold hold less than 4 hours on counter at front service area.
- Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. Observed ServSafe used for food handler training. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff.org) 866-372-7233.
- Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters.
109 S THIRD ST, IMMOKALEE · 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. Observed no proof of training for employees.
- 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. Printed out form Employee Health Responsibilities (DBPR Form HR 5030-039). And had employees sign. .
- Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed or available.
- Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Onserved no current decal on the food truck.
4839 VINCENNES ST, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
3703 CLEVELAND AVE N, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee food handler certificates through " E Food Trainer" which is not an approved provider.
- Current 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.
102 S 4TH ST, IMMOKALEE · Lee County
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on make table soiled.
- Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of rice stored on the floor.
16740 MCGREGOR BLVD, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- No soap provided at handwash sink.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
- No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
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4307 SNEAD ISL RD, PALMETTO · Manatee County
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stored plastic food containers wet nesting on drying rack.
- Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside of reach in cooler on cook line. Chef cleaned up water.
1111 MANATEE AVE E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in main kitchen area chemical bottle not labeled.Person in charge stated it was glass cleaner and labeled accordingly.
- Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed: Floors not maintained smooth and durable throughout main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
- Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed: Approximately 2 Floor tiles in disrepair in front of fryers and grill.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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419 W 12 ST, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- 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 dish machine with chlorine measuring 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink with chlorine measuring 100ppm.
- Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels used as liner in direct contact with cut lettuce inside of walk in cooler.
- Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed shelves lined with cardboard inside of walk in cooler.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee sweater stored on top of salt container on dry storage shelf near stand mixer. Operator removed sweater.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop without handle stored inside of salt container in dry storage shelf near stand mixer.
8803 U.S. HWY 301, PARRISH · Manatee County
- Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle in drive thru soiled.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in mens restroom.
- 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.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink in dish washing area with fryer baskets stored inside sink.
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1608 CORTEZ RD W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed in back kitchen area food containers wet nesting. Person in charge separated pans.
- Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed on hot and cold food service line employee beverage under food line. Person in charge removed beverage.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by 3 compartment sink and automatic dishwasher. Person in charge mopped floors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed behind hot food line single service containers not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
8203 COOPER CREEK BLVD, UNIVERSITY PARK · Manatee County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink on the cook line. Operator stocked towels.
- Food stored on floor. Observed sausage stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Operator moved product.
9610 SR 64 E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing sink in cook area without paper towels. Operator stocked.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a personal phone above food prep table. Operator moved item.
445 CORTEZ RD W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- Exterior door in electrical room has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
1305 108 ST E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels @ 2 handwashing sinks. Operator stocked them.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee preparing food without a hair restraint. Operator corrected it.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a soiled ceiling vent on the cook line.
- Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks above the prep table. Operator moved drinks.
- Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed a fly strip over server area. Operator removed it.
5283 69 ST E STE 103A, PALMETTO · Manatee County
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed establishment mop sink utilizing splitter without vacuum breaker attached.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle stored near mop sink without label.
- No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Juan Aragon manager certification for establishment. Observed 5 employees working with no certified food manager present.
- 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.
- Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
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912 NE PARK ST, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times fan and buns at corner of line blocking hand washing sink. Operator moved.
- Equipment in poor repair. Stand up reach in freezer gasket torn on line.
- No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator obtained copy.
5748 CLARK RD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter at mop sink without vacuum breaker on hose side.
- Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed quaternary bucket over 500ppm. Manager changed all buckets retested at 300ppm.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water in center of rear storage area due to leak in ceiling during heavy rain.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on rear wall of ice machine.
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789 US HWY 41 BYP, VENICE · Sarasota County
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on front waitstaff station counter next to clean silverware. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
- 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 dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. instructed operator they may use the machine to wash dishware and utensils, but must use three compartment sink to sanitize items once they come out of the dish machine and then allow items to properly air dry.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at waitstaff station side of cooks line.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all food not properly marked with numerical date only marked with weekday.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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5778 CLARK ROAD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed hand towels stored in hand sink. Employee removed.
- Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
- 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. Observed Sharai Hernandez working with expired food handler, and no other handler for kitchen.
- Food stored on floor. Observed waffle mix cases stored on floor in closet.