Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
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4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1485B, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Stop Sale issued. Fish reduced oxygen packaged on premises, or commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish labeled with instructions to remain frozen until time of use, not held frozen. Observed 2 snapper fillet fully thawed in reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (58F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at front line, the operator relocated to walk in cooler. Observed red salsa (52F - Cold Holding) at salsa station. The operator added ice to salsa.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a gallon jug stored in handwash sink at cook line, the operator removed the item.
- Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed citrus squeezer coating peeling. The operator discarded.
- Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed line from tea maker in handwash sink, the operator removed the line.
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4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1135, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- At time of callback report the license has not been made current.
- At time of callback there is no certified food manager.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dry storage area near 3 compartment sink.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine with pooled melted ice.
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11770 A METRO PKWY, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Callback was due 7/20/26. Contacted operator on 7/22/26 and 7/28/26 regarding required food manager certification. At this time the documentation has not been received.
- Callback was due 7/20/26. Contacted operator on 7/22/26 and 7/28/26 regarding required proof of state approved employee training. At this time the documentation has not been received.
20009 CORKSCREW RD STE 104, ESTERO · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs on shelf above heavy cream and bags of shredded cheese. Operator moved eggs.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food residue.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee making pizza with no hair restraint.
- Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle of ice scoop in contact with the ice in the bin at the bar. Ice scoop removed.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table across from the stove/oven on the cook line. Operator removed the cell phone.
11770 A METRO PKWY, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Callback was due 7/20/26. Contacted operator on 7/28/26 regarding required food manager certification. At this time the documentation has not been received.
815 8 AVE W, PALMETTO · Manatee County
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed waffle maker handles soiled.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on coffee maker. Manager removed wiping cloth.
- Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic cutlery stored on floor in back dry storage area. Manager removed box from floor.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plate used as scoop inside flour rolling container in kitchen. Manager removed plate.
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on walk in freezer fan guard.
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4510 SR 64 E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw ground beef over pork steaks.Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw ground beef.
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed on cooks line reach in cooler by grill cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); roast beef (53F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (52F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated they had been in reach in cooler longer than 4 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded product.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on cooks line reach in cooler by grill cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); roast beef (53F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (52F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated they had been in reach in cooler longer than 4 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded product.
- 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. See stop sale. Observed on cooks line bacon butter and fresh garlic butter not time stamped. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed on cooks line melted butter time stamped use by 8/4/26 10:45pm. Person in charge discarded . Observed on cooks line bacon butter and fresh garlic butter not time stamped. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
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100 RIVERFRONT DR, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Scoop with no handle still being used in granola.
1318 10 ST W, PALMETTO · Manatee County
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Beef Broth without date marking in walk in cooler made on the morning of 8/4/2026 per operator.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink next to ice machine.
- In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle on cook line. Operator removed tongs from oven handle.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution. Operator removed wiping cloth.
- Missing drain plug at dumpster.
9552 BUFFALO RD, PALMETTO RD · 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 across from cook line measuring Shrimp (53F - Cold Holding) and Beef (47F - Cold Holding).
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen fish stored in direct contact with a non food grade to go bag inside of lobby reach in freezer.
- Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed raw fish stored inside of counter cooler in direct contact with non food grade paper towel.
- 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 establishment with no reporting agreements. Emailed copy to operator.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink near cook line with strainer inside drain with food particles in strainer.
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624 9 AVE W, BRADENTON · Manatee 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 employee training.
- Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food removed from original packaging not labeled near hand washing sink.
- Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed hand drill stored on prep table next single service items. Operator removed drill.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored inside flour container in storage area.
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on reach in cooler on cook line.
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445 CORTEZ RD W, 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm)Person in charge setup 3 compartment sink and called to repair.
- Exterior door in electrical room has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
- Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
16670 SR 64 E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over fryer and grill hood filters soiled with grease.
- Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee preparing food with wrist watch. Employee removed and washed hands.
6832 14 ST W UNIT 2, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed in main kitchen area 2 ceiling tiles with water damage.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed in kitchen area mold like substance in ice machine.
608 S PARROTT AVE, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: lexan on lowest level of drying rack. Operator removed.
- No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Hailey H.
- No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen or female restroom. Operator placed at location.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator placed hat on head.
- Walk-in cooler shelves soiled.
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3415 US HWY 441 S, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
- Dishwasher is out of service. Operator has placed a sign on the unit stating do not use. The triple sink is set up. The technician has not came to repair.
- Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed through out kitchen.
451 S INDIANA AVE, ENGLEWOOD · Sarasota County
- No proof of current Food Management certification at time of inspection.
- Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile textured in cooking area of the kitchen.
- Observed some rust and pitting of reach-in cooler shelves in reach-in coolers.
- Observed ceiling tiles water damaged in the rear kitchen area of the kitchen.
- Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several areas in the kitchen where the linoleum has peeled.
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12275 MERCADO DR, VENICE · Sarasota 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. See stop sale. Observe butter by toaster station not properly time marked employee stated butter had been placed out 1.5 hours prior and then proceeded to mark time correctly
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at cook area. Employee replaced paper towels.
- Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed sliced ham and corned beef employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior, then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
2741 W FLAGLER ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
- 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.
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
- 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.
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12105 BISCAYNE BLVD, NORTH MIAMI · Dade County
- Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to a faucet without vacuum breaker.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
- Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris under cooking equipments.
- Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled.
- Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Debris inside the cabinets at front counter.
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2710 SW 1 ST, MIAMI · Dade 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.
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- 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.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
4975 W 12 AVE, HIALEAH · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish (46F - Cold Holding); raw steak (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken breast (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (43F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (43F - Cold Holding); cooked sweet potatoes (43F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler, as per operator door was opened during preparation less than 2 hours.
- Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under dishwasher machine.
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease and dust accumulated on vents at cook line.
- Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage ceiling tiles above microwave.
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