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210 S BYRON BUTLER PKWY, PERRY · Taylor County

Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee at cookline touched his hat with gloved hands, then flipped tortillas on the grill with the same gloved hand. Inspector had the emoloyee wash hands and put on new gloves during this inspection.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwash sink in bar area removed from designated location indicated on the approved floor plan. The bar does have one other handwash sink in the bar that is not indicated on the floor plan and completely nonfunctional.
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/ Inspector observed four employees working in kitchen and handling food without a certified food manager present.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cut avocado stored in same pan with unwashed avocados with stickers still attached in top of refrigerated make-table at cookline.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Portion of wall constructed from unsealed wood in kitchen near cookline.
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PANERA BREAD 1029

1808 TAMIAMI TRL #C, PORT CHARLOTTE · Charlotte County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (48F - Cold Holding) in the open top cold holding unit on the make line. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The operator stored the butter in another cold holding unit.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels behind the front counter. The operator fixed the paper towel dispenser.
Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use knife stored in cracks between pieces of equipment at the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the knife.

QDOBA MEXICAN EATS

1804 TAMIAMI TRL UNIT E1, PORT CHARLOTTE · Charlotte County

Clean equipment storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in the dish area.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed the rear exit blocked by a rolling wire cart. The cart was removed from the exit path.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed self-service plastic spoons stored with the food contact surface up near the hot sauce station. The operator properly stored the plastic spoons.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed metal drying racks above the three compartment sink soiled with a slime-like substance.

19451 COCHRAN BLVD STE 100, PORT CHARLOTTE · Charlotte County

No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink against the wall near the walk in cooler. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn door gaskets on the pizza station reach in cooler.

1032 TAMIAMI TRL #11, PORT CHARLOTTE · Charlotte County

No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
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.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handles used as scoops for multiple foods in the kitchen. The operator removed the scoops.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen.
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CHEDDARS SCRATCH KITCHEN #2208

18600 VETERANS BLVD, PORT CHARLOTTE · Charlotte County

No soap provided at handwash sink behind the bar. The operator provided soap for the hand sink.
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.

LITTLE BAR RESTAURANT

205 HARBOR PL, GOODLAND · Collier County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler at the entrance to the cook line grouper (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator the grouper was prepared two days prior. See stop sale.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired on 12/1/2025. Operator renewed the license during the course of the inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler raw fish is stored above ready to eat stone crab claws. Operator moved items to proper storage.
No soap provided at handwash sink.the soap dispenser at the bar is empty. Operator refilled the soap dispenser.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the walk in cooler there is a tub of cooked rice that is not date marked. Per operator the rice was cooked two days prior. Operator date marked the rice.
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401 PAPAYA ST, GOODLAND · Collier County

Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In the walk in cooler raw shell eggs are stored above unwashed potatoes. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In a pan next to the grill, sauerkraut (95F - Cold Holding). See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In a pan next to the grill sauerkraut (95F - Cold Holding). See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand washing sink at the bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. There are multiple stained, damaged and hanging ceiling tiles in the indoor dining area.
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GIUSEPPE AND THE LION

1585 PINE RIDGE RD UNIT 27, NAPLES · Collier County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler at cook line; raw salmon stored over shredded carrots. Operator removed raw salmon to bottom shelf.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled near dish machine. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
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 used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing near prep area used to stored utensils. Operator removed all utensils.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean ice buckets not stored inverted/ protected near ice machine. Operator stored ice buckets inverted.
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KOMOON THAI SUSHI & CEVICHE

1575 PINE RIDGE RD UNIT 9, NAPLES · Collier County

Ceiling vents soiled with mold like substance throughout kitchen.

CREME DE LA CREME

4339 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, NAPLES · Collier County

Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Butter and cooked egg pastry do not have a time mark at the front counter. Egg Quiche and egg pastry in the kitchen do not have a time mark. Operator stated foods were taken out of cold holding unit at 8:30am. Operator time marked foods.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the reach in cooler next to the cook line, observed raw chicken placed over raw shrimp. And raw egg placed above washed mushrooms. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. In the menu, observed multiple dishes with raw smoked salmon, sunny side up, and poached eggs. Dishes are served with raw foods and do not contain the asterisk indicating the consumer advisory. Operator began to mark menu items.

TRATTORIA ABRUZZO

2359 VANDERBILT BEACH RD #416, NAPLES · Collier County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD-40 chemical spray bottle stored over clean drinking glasses. Operator removed the spray bottle proper storage.
Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach in cooler; raw chicken stored over raw salmon. Operator removed raw salmon to bottom shelf.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at prep area. Employee put hairnet on.
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EL PALADAR BAKERY RESTAURANT

5570 19 CT SW UNIT 1, NAPLES · Collier County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steamer at front counter; cooked chicken (110F - Hot Holding); cooked pork (115F - Hot Holding). Per operator all items stored on steamer for 2 hours. Operator started reheating all items.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 00ppm, not at proper minimum strength. Operator discontinued use of dishmachine for sanitizing and started setting up triple sink until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler: raw ground beef stored over ham. Operator removed raw ground beef to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At triple sink; raw frozen beef thawing at ambient temperature . Operator places raw frozen beef under cold running water.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored with spice containers at prep area. Employee removed his phone.
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PANERA BREAD #1822

12720 TAMIAMI TRL E, NAPLES · Collier 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 primmed the dishwasher, chlorine sanitizer 50ppm.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice on the fan housing in the walk in freezer.

MY DINNER FACTORY

2355 VANDERBILT BEACH RD #131, NAPLES · Collier County

Food stored on floor. Case of can tomatoes stored on floor at dry storage.

SHEA'S LANSDOWNE STREET LLC

6340 NAPLES BLVD UNITS 1, 2 & 3, NAPLES · Collier County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the cook line, observed hot dog meat (68F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (70F - Cold Holding). Discussed with operator foods should only be filled to the fill line. Operator stated foods have been filled within the previous hour of inspection. Operator placed foods inside the reach in cooler.
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. inside bar area Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed sanitizer , end result inside bar area Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
The handwash sink located near the steam table is not accessible for employee use at all times. There is a large freezer and small fridge blocking the handwashing sink. The handwash sink is also being used for trays. Operator removed trays.

22 FORT THOMSON AVE, LABELLE · Hendry County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above ready to eat food. Operator moved eggs.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on interior of ice machine bin.

DIMITRI'S FAMILY RESTAURANT

2710 KENILWORTH BLVD, SEBRING · Highlands County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of roasted peppers from Maui Farms dented in the stock room, operator voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no date mark on the flat of raw hard shell eggs on the cook line, cook stated brought out 10 minutes prior will date mark.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a pan of ribs, a pan of mashed potatoes, lasagna and a container of carrots not labeled or date marked, operator said was made yesterday, employee date marked and labeled in the walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand washing sink in the front counter area of restaurant.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook without a beard guard on, cook put one on.
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110 SEBRING SQUARE, SEBRING · Highlands County

Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on prep table a pan of pork at 59F, a pan of breaded chicken at 57F and plate of shrimp at 58F, operator stated has been there since last night. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on prep table a pan of pork at 59F, a pan of breaded chicken at 57F and plate of shrimp at 58F, operator stated has been there since last night, stop sale.
Observed: Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed cans of raid spray in the kitchen.
Observed: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 14 live roaches in glue traps in front service food preparation area, one live roach in printer on cook line, one live roach on door in front area near sushi bar, one live roach on sign and 2 live roaches in glue traps on shelf in dry storage, operator cleaned and removed traps.
Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed throughout kitchen shelves on cook line soiled with food debris.
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INDIGO ROOM (THE)

2219 MAIN ST, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
No hot running water 80F at three-compartment sink. Observed no hot water at 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling at beer walk in cooler.

MIROMAR LAKES BLUE WATER BEACH GRILLE

18151 MIROMAR LAKES PKWY, MIROMAR LAKES · Lee County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In walk-in cooler pastrami marked 3/30/26, Boursin made from cream cheese and added herbs marked 3/29/26, today is 4/6/26.
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) at bar. No chlorine sanitizer attached to bar dishwashing machine per operator. Operator replaced, Also, Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 155F) after running multiple times, operator switched to chlorine mode, sanitizer 50ppm chlorine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In walk-in cooler pastrami marked 3/30/26, Boursin made from cream cheese and added herbs marked 3/29/26, today is 4/6/26.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent covers in walk-in cooler with accumulated dust.

JACK'S SEA GRILLE

190 ESTERO BLVD, FORT MYERS BEACH · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Unpasteurized eggs stored over past liquid eggs and shredded cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved foods to proper storage.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser at triple sink unable to dispense.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Coffee cup on front prep counter. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.

BUBBAKOO'S BURRITOS

1751 NE PINE ISLAND RD UNIT D, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

The GM stated he is waiting for food employee booklets to arrive.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in freezer on cook line gasket torn.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.

PANERA BREAD #1888

9970 UNIVERSITY PLAZA DR, FORT MYERS · Lee 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. At dishwashing area, employee handling dirty dishware switched to putting away clean dishware, no handwash. Spoke with employee regarding proper handwash procedures.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. In back triple sink area. Operator hung hose to restore air gap.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing cooked steak in standing water on back line. Operator turned on running water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area around spouts at front customer self service soda machine closer to bathrooms. Dust on shelving over pass through window at front of kitchen.
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. Scones and cookies packed on front counter for customer self service lacking labels. Operator removed from customer self service area.

LUMINARY HOTEL - BEACON ROOF TOP BAR

2200 EDWARDS DR FLR 12, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over guacamole at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in water 98F at cookline. Operator placed on flat grill to increase the temperature to a minimum of 135F.

COWBOY UP SALOON

1609-1611 HENDRY ST, 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. Observed no Vomit and Diarrhea Cleaning Written Procedure.
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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line at multiple soda gun holsters at bar.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at bar counter.

THE CHART HOUSE

201 GULF OF MEXICO DR, LONGBOAT KEY · Sarasota County

No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Observed a whisk in the handwashing machine sink on the cook line. Operator removed the whisk.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth quaternary sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Operator changed quaternary sanitizer bucket. Quaternary sanitizer now at 200ppm.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground around dumpster. Operator was in the process of cleaning area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed broken ambient thermometer in 3 door reach-in cool on cook line. Operator replace thermometers.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black mold like substance on ceiling in liquor room.
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412 GULF OF MEXICO DR, LONGBOAT KEY · Sarasota County

In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on equipment handle on cook line. Operator removed the tongs.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cup being used as scoops in crab on cook line in 4 drawer reach in cooler. Operator removed cup.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance on interior of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in bar area. Operator removed and cleaned area.

CHUCK LAGER LEGENDARY KITCHEN FORT MYERS

9980 UNIVERSITY PLAZA DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In dishwashing area, blocked with clean dish racks. Operator cleared sink for use.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment engaging in cook/chill reduced-oxygen packaging stored more than 48 hours including frozen time. Cooked beef birria broth, beer cheese, cooked beef chili.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In front part of kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In main kitchen.
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