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Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.

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DISCOVERY VILLAGE AT NAPLES

8375 SIERRA MEADOWS BLVD, NAPLES · Collier County

Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. There is a baine Marie filled with utensils inside the hand washing sink. Operator cleared the hand washing sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. There are utensils stored in 111F standing water.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. There is an employee with no hair restraint preparing food. Employee put on a hair net.

PIZZA HUT #4649

2109 US HWY 27 S, SEBRING · Highlands County

No hot running water at mop sink.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of cup down in the container of pepperoni on prep cooler, operator removed it.

SEBRING HOTEL - BREAKFAST KITCHEN

6525 US HWY 27 N, SEBRING · Highlands County

No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in front area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler in storage area.

3212 US HWY 27 S, SEBRING · Highlands County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed prep cooler at front counter- Sliced tomatoes 62F Tuna salad 56F Deli roast beef 62F Deli turkey 58F Ham 46F Salami 58F Pepperoni 59F Mix cheddar cheese 61F Provolone cheese 44F Cut lettuce 61F American sliced cheese 61F. Per operator food has been in cooler since 9:00 am.
Equipment in poor repair. Air conditioner not working.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing under hand washing sink in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in hallway with soda dispenser.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand washing sink at front counter not draining properly.

BLUE GIRAFFE RESTAURANT

2075 PERIWINKLE WAY UNIT #14-16, SANIBEL · Lee County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance inside bar soda nozzles operator began cleaning and sanitizing during inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.

TUNG HING CHINESE RESTAURANT

3605 FOWLER ST, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over noodles in walk in freezer.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee place gloves on to work with food without washing hands. Educated employee who washed hands.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands in 2 compartment sink with no soap.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 3 live, small flying insects in kitchen.
Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments.
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2255 W GULF DR, SANIBEL · Lee County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Prepared crab cakes dated 07-31, exceeds 7 days shelf life.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Prepared crab cakes dated 07-31, exceeds 7 days shelf life.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in employee bathroom
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up of ice in walk in freezer.

MEL'S DINER FORT MYERS

4820 CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Toxic substance/chemical spray bottle stored over prep area. Operator removed the spray bottle to proper storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet and on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler near cook line; cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach in cooler for two hours. Operator removed all items to walk in cooler.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted.

CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL

12990 CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at cook line; chopped tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); cooked meat sauce (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach in cooler for 3 hours. Operator placed ice bags on all items.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler at cook line.
Ceiling tile missing near cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored at prep area. Operator removed cell phone.
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MARIA'S PIZZERIA & RESTAURANT

1224 SE 46 LN, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on top of dishmachine. Operator removed chemicals.
No soap provided at handwash sink in employee restroom. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Kitchen and dishwasher area. Educated operator on importance of having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in office.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Operator cleaned reach in cooler.
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MONKEY BAR & STEAKHOUSE

1428 LAFAYETTE ST, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed . Observed baked potatoes 79F cooling overnight. Stop Sale. Operator discarded potatoes.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three 11oz cans mandarins and ine 6lb can of marinara sauce dented. Operator discarded cans.
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. Educated operator on proper concentration. Operator primed sanitizer and called technician.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed . Observed baked potatoes 79F cooling overnight.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean equipment at bar. Operator removed chemical.
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HERITAGE PALMS COUNTRY CLUB

10420 WASHINGTONIA PALM WAY, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in stand up reach in freezer at end of cook line.

3940 METRO PKWY STE 111-112, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Dumpster rusted out on bottom with holes.
Grease receptacle and dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles soiled around vents at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
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DOLPHIN KEY RESORT LLC

1502 MIRAMAR STREET, CAPE CORAL · 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.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink at bar.
Observed: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage. Kitchen. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floor.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed can opener blade rusting.
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TITO'S CANTINA TEQUILA BAR AND GRILLE

1334 CAPE CORAL PKWY E, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked corn 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Educated operator on maintaining temperature at 41F or below. Operator turned down reach in cooler, double panned foods with ice, and pulled reach in cooler away from wall.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked meat not date marked.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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/
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.
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CLASE AZUL OF ESTERO

9908 GULF COAST MAIN ST STE C125, FORT MYERS · Lee 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator replaced empty chlorine sanitizer,
Live, small flying insects found. Back right prep area of kitchen, right side by Bibb in box soda 25 observed flying and on walls/boxes, left side area near tanks approximately 50. In employee bathroom 4 observed. In bar, 12 at entrance closest to kitchen, 10 by large beer taps middle bar, and 5 around soda gun and prep area front middle of bar. 5 in liquor room far end bar.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. One middle of bar, one left entrance in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. In bar, black sea salt with activated charcoal used for drinks.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. No name or certificate number for certified food manager who conducted training on certificates.
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HEADPINZ FT MYERS

14513 GLOBAL PARKWAY, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Dishwasher main bar chlorine 0ppm operator unable to prime sanitizer, called technician and discontinued use. .
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter added, missing one vacuum breaker.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Near sea.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen, dust accumulated on vents.

WICKED GOOD DELI

3940 METRO PKWY STE 114, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipments and shelves throughout kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored on can foods at dry storage. Operator removed employee bag.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom with holes.
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4810 VINECENNES ST, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed swiss cheese 47F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler in corner in front of handwash sink in kitchen. Operator states just had reach in cooler open. Operator turned down reach in cooler.
No soap provided at front service bar handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks at inside bar and outside service bar. Educated operator on importance of having paper towels. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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. Observed front service bar in use. Plans must be resubmitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. PLEASE RESUBMIT PLANS FOR REMODEL INSPECTION. TO RESUBMIT PLANS PLEASE VISIT WWW.MYFLORIDALICENSE.COM with File # 327130 and Log No. HQ-24-2722. Note: Plan Review was previously Submitted and Approved for front bar area on 12/05/23. Plan review approval is valid for 18 Months from 12/05/23. Plan Review Approval has expired on 06/05/25.
Spray bottle at inside bar containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on labeling bottles. Operator labeled bottle.
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WONDERLAND COOKIE DOUGH & ICE CREAM LLC

5781 BAYSHORE RD, UNIT 108, N FT MYERS · Lee County

No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in back kitchen by sandwich build table.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in back kitchen area by sandwich build station.

LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE

5043 S CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On reach in cooler near cook line; cooked mushrooms (47F - Cold Holding); chopped tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); cooked sweet potatoes (45F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored on reach in cooler for three hours. Operator removed all items to walk in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener at kitchen, and soda gun at bar area soiled with food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler at cook line and walk in freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipments at kitchen and bar area.
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OAK HOUSE BAR & GRILLE

17519 WINDING OAK LN, NORTH FORT MYERS · 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. Provided DBPR clean up instructions via email to supplement locations bodily fluid disposal kit.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid on top of hot holding cabinet. Operator labeled Sanitizer.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee on line wearing watch on wrist while labeling food on cook line. Employee removed watch during inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided DBPR Choking poster via email.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed pack of chewing gum stored on top of hot holding cabinet on cooks line. Operator removed item.

3575 FOWLER ST, FORT MYERS · Lee County

No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit for chlorine sanitizer.
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.

369 SANDWICH SHACK

16371 CORPORATE COMMERCE WAY, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef, first reach-in cooler left side unit. Operator rearranged.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Blender in handwash sink. Operator removed.
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 reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling out form at time of inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. 2 sets on oven door. Operator removed.

906 MANATEE AVE E, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line butter (79F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated it had been out for approximately 1 hour.Person in charge placed in reach in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Person in charge removed.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink.observed Handwashing sink slow drain. 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.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryer hood soiled with grease.

STONEWOOD GRILL & TAVERN

5415 UNIVERSITY PKWY, SARASOTA · Manatee County

Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed all hood filters missing over the grill. Operated returned them.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator moved items.

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