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

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FLOCK WINE BISTRO

9405 CYPRESS LAKE DR STE A, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Bruschetta 62F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator will use time as a public health control.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Operator started taking food away.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Operator completed form.
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. Educated operator on updating employee food handler training.
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CHENS CHINA BISTRO

1242 SW PINE ISLAND RD #55-56, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) in reach- in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw shrimp into walk-in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over shelled eggs in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the raw chicken on bottom shelf under the shelled eggs.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. The manager removed placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. The manager placed soap at handwashing sink on cook line.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
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PITA FAST FRESH MEDITERRANEAN

8595 COLLEGE PKWY STE 330, FORT MYERS · Lee County

No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked chicken and precooked gyro meat not date marked in walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in front service mini reach-in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of front service reach-in-cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored on table next to food items. Operator removed cellphone.
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1662 NE PINE ISLAND RD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler under sandwich maker gasket torn.

PDQ RESTAURANT, CLEVELAND AVE

12499 S CLEVELAND AVENUE, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In reach in cooler near drive through; opened gallon of milk not properly date marked. Per operator gallon of milk opened the day before inspection. Operator date marked the gallon of milk.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored single service containers inverted.

WAFFLE HOUSE #2174

3810 CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage gravy (118F - Hot Holding) in steam table, the manager turned up the heat.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

MONARCAS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE BAR & GRILL

4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1485B, FORT MYERS · Lee County

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.
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.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed line from tea maker in handwash sink, the operator removed the line.
Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed citrus squeezer coating peeling. The operator discarded.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line.
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HAPPY SCOOPS ICE CREAM AND CARIBBEAN PARADISE SMOOTHIES

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.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine with pooled melted ice.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind front counter.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dry storage area near 3 compartment sink.
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JUG CREEK CATERING

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.

TAQUERIA TACOMADRE

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.

POPI'S PLACE TOO

815 8 AVE W, PALMETTO · Manatee County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed waffle maker handles soiled.
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.
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.
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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE

4510 SR 64 E, BRADENTON · Manatee County

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.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. See stop sale.observed on cooks line melted butter time stamped use by 8/4/26 10:45pm. Person in charge discarded .
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.
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100 RIVERFRONT DR, BRADENTON · Manatee County

Scoop with no handle still being used in granola.

DEMI'S NOODLE HOUSE

1318 10 ST W, PALMETTO · Manatee County

No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink next to ice machine.
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.
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

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.
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.
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).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink near cook line with strainer inside drain with food particles in strainer.
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.
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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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored inside flour container in storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen area not smooth or easily cleanable.
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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.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Exterior door in electrical room has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

APPALACHIAN GRILL LLC

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.
Walk-in cooler shelves soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen or female restroom. Operator placed at location.
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PUEBLO VIEJO VI

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.

WINK'S OLD TOWN GRILL

451 S INDIANA AVE, ENGLEWOOD · Sarasota County

No proof of current Food Management certification at time of inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several areas in the kitchen where the linoleum has peeled.
Observed drain line next to ice machine is exposed and is a tripping hazard.
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 ceiling tiles water damaged in the rear kitchen area of the kitchen.
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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.

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