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LAPA'S COSTA RICAN BISTRO

26251 S TAMIAMI TRAIL STE 9-10, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in server station.

FIDDLESTICKS COUNTRY CLUB (MAIN)

15391 CANONGATE DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings 110F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned up heat element.
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 touching trash container not changing gloves and washing hands before working with food. Educated operator. Operator educated employee. Employee washed hands.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed 156F on plate surface. Operator fixed. Observed 165F.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed tongs.
Faucet/handle loose at plumbing fixture. Handwash sink in back food prep area. Operator had maintenance fix.
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POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN OPERATED BY TICE

3238 FOWLER ST, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door in first unisex bathroom not tightly closing.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket a reach in freezer,cooler and reach in behind the service counter soiled.

ATHENIAN GREEK RESTAURANT

1130 N TAMIAMI TRL, N FT MYERS · Lee County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2025. Establishment is open, operating and serving the public with an expired license. Operator states they are locked out of account online. I provided the Help Line phone number for further assistance to alleviate problem.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna prepared two days ago per Operator stored in reach in cooler on cook line with no date mark.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in walk in freezer.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed odors in both men and women bathrooms.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
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4305 MCGREGOR BLVD, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Missing drain plug at dumpster.

FIDDLESTICKS CTRY CLUB SNK BAR

15391 CANONGATE DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County

No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator went to put handwash sign on handwash sink.

APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL AND BAR

15151 N CLEVELAND AVE, NORTH FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whole milk at 58F on wait/expo station. Operator put into an ice bath, states only been out for an hour.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic containers on shelf across from three compartment sink.

ISLAND HOUSE BAR AND GRILL

3801 BONITA BEACH RD, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 5 pieces of grouper with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat lettuce in reach in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in multiple areas throughout the back of house.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar.
Accumulation of black/green and pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in dish area.
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11902 BONITA BEACH RD STE B3A-5A, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee was cutting green pepper with no gloves on. Employee discarded green pepper and was informed of proper procedure for wearing gloves when using ready to eat food.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw shell eggs over wine in reach in cooler. Operator moved to bottle shelf.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee cutting green pepper with no gloves. Operator discarded.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in kitchen.

TACO BELL #042855

8993 DANI DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed tracking powder along the wall in the soda/chemical storage area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the bottom of the walk in freezer door.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster posted. Emailed Choking Handout DBPR FORM HR 5030-105.

EL ACAJUTLA RESTAURANT

3228 FOWLER ST, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Open dumpster lid.

BEGONIA'S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA INC

2215 WINKLER AVE STE C, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over plantains in reach in freezer.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee wash dishes in 3 compartment sink and begin to prep food. Operator stopped employee and had them wash hands and change gloves.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at room temperature at cook line. The operator states they were out less than an hour and relocated to reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen entrance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #159

8061 DANI DRIVE UNIT 100, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked shell egg, operator discarded.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch face and then put ice in a cup for a guest beverage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink in the back covered when we started the inspection. Operator opened sink.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale build up in dishwasher.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing a bracelet. Operator removed bracelet.
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FIDDLESTICKS COUNTRY CLUB (CABANA)

15391 CANONGATE DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bar mats stored inside handwash sink at bar. Operator removed mats.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container. Operator labeled sugar.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm. Operator redid sanitizer.

MEXICAN BOTANAS & FRUTAS LOCAS

80 PONDELLA RD STE D, NORTH FORT MYERS · Lee County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2025. Establishment is open, operating and serving the public. Provided Operator with Contact information for Tallahassee and our licensing department for assistance. Operator claims to have paid $312 in February of 2026.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed white standup reach in cooler with missing door handle.

HJ GERMAN CORNER

3674 CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable above reach in cooler in kitchen.

GURU INDIAN BISTRO

25151 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DR, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator Cooked lentils and cooked lamb prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked in walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Service plate in flour. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Container of onions and pot of goat stew on walk in cooler ground.

7940 DANI DR STE 115, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatball soup broth at 104F operator heated to 175F. observed beef broth on stove at 126F operator heated to 180F.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef tripe in the reach in cooler on the cook line 55F.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed beef pork and chicken store on grocery store plastic bags in the freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw beef stored above cooked egg rolls.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the kitchen. Operator replaced the towels.
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FIRST WATCH #1029

1520 CORTEZ RD, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on guard and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

5627 14 ST WEST STE A, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in main kitchen area chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that it had been there for approximately 1 hour. Person in charge removed the food above the fill line and placed in reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.observed in reach in cooler lasagna not date marked.Person in charge stated it was prepared on April 1 2026 and date marked accordingly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee engaged in food preparation with watch on wrist. Employee removed and washed hands.

ACAPULCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

1833 LAKEWOOD RANCH BLVD, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vent above the dish machine rusted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on hood filters and beginning to drip.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles.

LITTLE GREEK FRESH GRILL

4266 53RD AVE E, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on cooks line sour cream sauce (62F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated it had been out for approximately 1 hour and put ice on top of sauce.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw chicken over ground beef. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw chicken.
Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid.

ICE CREAM LA OAXAQUENA

5108 15 ST E STE 501A #'S 25, 27-29, BRADENTON · Manatee County

No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.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. Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stored food not covered.observed in reach in freezer chocolate covered bananas not covered. Person in charge covered bananas.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Equipment in poor repair.observed torn gasket on reach in cooler.

GOOD SPIRITS LIQUORS

245 SE HWY 441, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County

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. RB.

MAIN BAR SANDWICH SHOP

1944 MAIN ST, SARASOTA · Sarasota County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wet wiping cloth stored in the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Manager placed the wiping cloth with the dirty linen.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Knife stored in a sanitizer solution. Owner removed and ran the knife through the dishwasher.

DUVAL'S FRESH. LOCAL. SEAFOOD.

1435 MAIN ST, SARASOTA · Sarasota County

Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Lobster bisque (52F - Cooling); stored in the walk in cooler. Owner stated the bisque had been placed in the walk in cooler on 4/2 to cool. Owner discarded the bisque.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Lobster bisque (52F - Cooling); stored in the walk in cooler. Owner stated the bisque had been placed in the walk in cooler on 4/2 to cool. Owner discarded the bisque.

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