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935 SEBRING SQUARE, SEBRING · Highlands County

No copy of latest inspection report available.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee in food preparation area without beard guard on.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal in the mens bathroom not operating.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher in the red by the front door.

910 SEBRING SQUARE, SEBRING · Highlands County

Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen draining very slow and handle to the hot water hard to turn.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed two bags of frozen rotisserie chicken in a pan thawing on preparation table, employee moved to sink under running water.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No hot running water at mop sink.

THE POUR HOUSE ON MAIN

2 E MAIN ST, AVON PARK · Highlands County

Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed un labeled bottle of soap in storage area, owner labeled bottle.

THE SUN GARDEN CAFE

210 AVENIDA MADERA, SARASOTA · Sarasota 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 chlorine at 0ppm after several attempts.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cook washing strawberries in hand sink by cold station. Educated on using other sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed cut tomato , turkey, and sausage in rear reach in cooler with out date marks. Employee added date marks.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at end of cook line. Employee added.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on vent over dish pit.
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BURGER KING 17535

1071 S TOLEDO BLADE BLVD, NORTH PORT · Sarasota County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink with a splitter added to the faucet.
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed one of the double entry doors locked.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the womens accessible stall.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near the drive-thru.

4901 PALM BEACH BLVD STE 200, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food at front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored on floor in back kitchen, not hung to dry.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license expired 12/01/2024. License is current in system.

CHARLEYS PHILLY STEAKS

4125 CLEVELAND AVE #1145, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (58F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at front counter, the manager took cheese in walk in cooler and replaced.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink on splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water - handwash sink near walk in freezer low hot water pressure.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwash sink used as dump sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #54

7091 COLLEGE PKWY UNIT 2, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On reach in cooler near handwashing sink at cook line; cooked pork sausage (55F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding); roasted beef (52F - Cold Holding); turkey ham (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored on reach in cooler for 2 hours. Operator placed all items in ice.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Cardboard dumpster lid broken.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under ice machine and reach in cooler near coffee station.
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler near dry storage.
Grease receptacle lid open.
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4125 S CLEVELAND AVE UNIT 1105 A, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service cups stored within splash zone of handwash sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

28100 IMPERIAL PKWY #300, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at front counter; homemade tomatoes sauce (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator and date marked on it prepared and stored in reach in cooler two days before the inspection. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at front counter; homemade tomatoes sauce (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator and date marked on it prepared and stored in reach in cooler two days before the inspection. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk in cooler; raw beef container stored over unwashed tomatoes container. Operator removed raw beef to proper storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored with cheese cans at dry storage. Operator removed the bag.
Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor at prep area.
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2522 SANTA BARBARA BLVD, , UNIT 5, CAPE CORAL · 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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back prep area. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Partial bottle of water (no lid/straw) in walk in cooler
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two unsecured CO2 cylinders next to bag in box rack. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
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MUCHO TACO MEXICANO INC

4901 PALM BEACH BLVD #24, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked gasket on middle door of 3 door reach in cooler on cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed placard that was the handwashing sign in unisex bathroom no longer readable. All lettering has completely faded.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean metal pans on shelf above three compartment sink wet nesting.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic to go spoon not inverted in glass at front counter. Operator inverted items.

KUMO JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

2517 SANTA BARBARA BLVD #12, CAPE CORAL · 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. After three attempts at the surface of the plate Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.on make table of sushi counter fish eggs (60 F - Cold Holding), per operator less than one hour. Operator moved food to cooler to cool.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw lobster tail stored directly over case of lemons in walk in cooler. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 10-29-2025 Operator moved foods to proper storage.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach observed on floor of wait station, 7 live roaches observed on dish machine. Operator began cleaning and sanitizing areas during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Two cases of avocados on floor under storage shelves. Operator moved food to,proper storage.
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20041 S TAMIAMI TRAIL, SUITE 18 & 19, ESTERO · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef above cooked lasagna in the walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table on the cookline, operator moved cell phone.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Onserved unisex restroom door not self closing.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed flooring the walk in cooler soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Onserved cup of water on the prep table on the cookline operator removed the cup.

RUSTY'S RAW BAR & GRILL

20041 S TAMIAMI TRL #9, ESTERO · Lee County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 #10 can dented pineapple slices.. operator segregated can to return.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles on the cookline missing.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand sink next to the ice machine not secured on the wall.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no beard guard.
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2708 SANTA BARBARA BLVD #101, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored directly over unwashed potatoes in reach in cooler. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pulled pork, ribs, rice sub sandwiches, per operator all,prepared on site more than 24 hours prior not date marked after
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Underside of large Hobart mixer has a build up of food debris.
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. Product is missing date prepared and address of establishment. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 02-17-2026
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up of ice inside reach in freezer on cooks line.
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FIVE STARS LATIN FOOD

4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1110, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 tabletop fryer units across from cook line, not under hood system.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed a copy to operator during inspection.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses, the operator removed the tongs.

LOBSTER LADY SEAFOOD MARKET & BISTRO

1715 CAPE CORAL PKWY W, UNITS 2, 3, & 4, CAPE CORAL · 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. After three attempts at the surface of the plate Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm). Operator primed the sanitizer and achieved Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.on cooks line gorgonzola butter (70 F - Cold Holding) less than three hours. Discussed time as public health control, operator is adding food to form and will discard at four hour mark
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At server station. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in dry storage room.

28100 IMPERIAL PKWY, #301, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach in cooler; raw ground beef stored over raw salmon. Operator removed raw ground beef to bottom shelf.
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/ Dafne Lopez Hernandez 05/28/26.
Multiple ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense sugar. Operator removed the bowl.
Single-service coffee filters stored uncovered at coffee station. Operator stored coffee filters covered.

19975 S. TAMIAMI TRAIL, ESTERO · Lee County

Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gaskets soiled.
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 scoop in contact with food at the front counter.

DOWNTOWN COFFEE AND WINE COMPANY

27546 OLD 41 ROAD, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County

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.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses near ice machine. Operator removed the bucket to proper storage.
Single-service food container not stored inverted or protected from contamination near front counter. Operator stored inverted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored over syrups at dry storage. Operator removed employee bag.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE HOLDINGS

3005 TERRACAP WAY, ESTERO · Lee County

Equipment in poor repair. Observed low boy refrigerator on the cookline line with rust.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding on hallway next to office broken.

EAST COAST WAFFLES

4891 PALM BEACH BLVD, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing jewelry on wrists while preparing and serving food.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at hand sink at front counter.
Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose. Observed wet washing cloth on shelf next to sanitizer bucket. Operator placed in bucket of sanitizer chlorine 100 ppm..

MANGO BICHE MIA EDISON MALL

4125 CLEVELAND AVE UNIT#53, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut melon (71F - Cold Holding), the operator states it has been out less than 2 hours and relocated to reach in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink - measured 71F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink with rags in it, the operator removed the items.

RED LOBSTER #0027

5711 W 14 ST, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Dead roaches on premises.Observed under table in bar area 1 dead roach.Person in charge cleaned and sanitized area.
Floor area covered with standing water in dishwasher area. Person in charge mopped floor.

POPI'S PLACE IV

3911 US 301 N, ELLENTON · Manatee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items inside of reach in cooler on cook line Pooled Eggs (55F - Cold Holding); Bleu Cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Employee removed items to walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical degreaser stored next to cling wrap on bottom shelf of prep table. Manager removed chemical.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw unpackaged frozen shrimp stored above unpackaged mozzarella sticks in reach in freezer near cook line.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed snapper filets stored in reach in cooler next to cook line thawed inside commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging. Manager discarded filets.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice measuring 99F in hot box stored for service.
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EL WARIKE RESTAURANT

4226B 26 ST W, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items below 41F Garlic with Oil (50F - Cold Holding); Plantains (49F - Cold Holding). Items listed were placed in reach in cooler 2 hours prior to inspection per operator. Operator placed items in standing reach in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked shrimp inside reach in standing cooler. Operator corrected storage.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle stored next to single service sauce cups on bottom shelf of prep table. Operator removed chemical.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table not inside sanitizer solution.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed 2 inch gap above screen exterior door of kitchen.
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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT BRADENTON SARASOTA RIVERFRONT

100 RIVERFRONT BLVD, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer on prep table soiled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta in walk in cooler with no date marking.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans stored on drying rack wet nesting.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on walk in freezer shelf.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tile under prep sink in back of kitchen.
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ROD & REEL PIER

3246 E BAY DR, HOLMES BEACH · Manatee County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle stored next to food products on the cook line. Operator moved the bottle.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup on top of the dish machine.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employe lunch stored unlabeled in their reach in cooler. Operator chose to dispose of the item.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of pickles and new fryer oil stored on the floor of the kitchen.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on their cook line fans.
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