Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
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1652 NE PINE ISLAND RD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Food stored on floor. Observed container of potatoes on floor under handwashing sink across from deep frier. The manager discarded potatoes.
13721 S TAMIAMI TRL, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed coffee pot filled with coffee pot cleaner over brewed coffee in back by dishwashing area. Operator removed and discarded chemical.
- Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee change gloves after handling raw ground beef patties, donning new gloves with no handwash to continue work with clean dishware and ready-to-eat foods. Spoke with employee and manager regarding proper handwash techniques and glove usage.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In far front of bar, handwash sink used to store soda gun. Operator removed from sink.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles on drink service station in kitchen.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack on storage rack across from ice machine in back of kitchen, over bottled sauces and clean dishware.
1760 NE PINE ISLAND RD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler beside cook line gasket torn.
1830 NE PINE ISLAND RD STE 160, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The manager placed wet mop in a manner to dry.
14261 S TAMIAMI TRAIL STE 11, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Drop in cooler front serving area housemade blue cheese dressing (66F - Cold Holding); cream cheese with honey (64F - Cold Holding); housemade tzatziki (68F - Cold Holding) for 3 hours per operator. Operator states foods will be discarded in 1 hour and called technician.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cut tomatoes marked 7/31/2026, housemade buttermilk ranch marked 7/28/2026, in walk-in cooler, today is 8/6/2026.
- Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) in front service area. Operator diluted.
- 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. Cut tomatoes marked 7/31/2026, housemade buttermilk ranch marked 7/28/2026, in walk-in cooler, today is 8/6/2026.
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw pooled eggs over raw shell eggs. Operator separated for proper storage.
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7950 DANI DR UNIT 345, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Ran dishmachine twice, chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm.
- Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cardboard in direct contact with ready to eat salads in expo cooler.
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink at cook line blocked by a cart.
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2215 WINKLER AVE STE C, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked pork and bread. Reviewed proper storage with chef and emailed storage poster.
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Chef changed gloves to work on cook line, no hand wash. Educated about proper glove usage and proper method used.
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork in reach in freezer stored directly in contact with grocery bag.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen entrance.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen entrance.
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11041 COLONIAL BLVD, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Drain cover(s) removed/missing. Mop sink. Operator replaced drain cover.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside cabinets under beverage station in dining room.
- No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink by front counter and sink across from dishwasher.
4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1125, FORT MYERS · 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. Previous callback provided forms via email.
4725 VINCENNES BLVD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed tray of raw shrimp stored over cooked ribs. Operator switched trays.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked soups and meats in walk in cooler.
- 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.
- Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink in beverage/wait station used as a dump sink. Educated operator on importance of handwash only. Operator placed bucket with strainer by handwash.
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1830 NE PINE ISLAND RD STE 155, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak over ready to eat chicken and ready to eat steak in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The operator moved the raw steak under the ready to eat chicken and steak.
- Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of Tylenol above prep table on cook line. The operator removed the bottle of Tylenol from above prep table.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink across from 3 compartment sink. The manager placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
- Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed training record dates does not include expiration dates.
- Open dumpster lid.
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2060 NE PINE ISLAND RD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Standing water in bottom of stand up reach-in-cooler across from prep table.
- Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in ware washing area.
4185 BONITA BEACH RD, BONITA SPRINGS · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler near cook line; cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (59F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach in cooler for one hour. Operator removed all items to walk in cooler.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler at cook line; raw shrimp stored over shreded lettuce. Operator removed raw shrimp to bottom shelf.
- Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. In reach in freezer; cooked frozen duck not labeled. Per operator cooked duck prepared and stored in reach in freezer the day before the inspection. Operator date marked frozen cooked duck.
- Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler door handle broken at cook line.
- Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean forks not stored inverted at prep area. Operator stored inverted.
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4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1135, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Observed chocolate soft serve mix (57F - Cold Holding) in top of soft serve machine at front counter. Operator is not to use until product removed and machine sanitized, and operational.
- Manager certification expired as of 4/13/26. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
- 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.
- 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.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine with pooled melted ice.
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6095 SILVER KING BLVD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ani Tuna Flatbread not designated as having a raw ingredient, discussed with operator.
- 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. All certificates issued on 07-12-2023 and expired on 07-12-2026
1015 SE 47 TER, CAPE CORAL · Lee County
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean equipment. Operator removed chemical.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground meat stored behind broth. Operator switched containers.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters.
- Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging with raw meats.
6816 14 ST W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line chicken (86F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (84F - Cold Holding)Person in charge stated they had been out for approximately 2 hours and placed in walk-in cooler
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk-in cooler raw chicken and raw beef over soy sauce and wonton wraps. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw products . As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee
- Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed meat roasting oven soiled with oil and dried food product.
- Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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4201 53 AVE E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
- Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
419 W CORTEZ RD, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on cooks line chicken (68F - Cold Holding); butter (69F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated it had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed back in reach in cooler.
- 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 raw beef.Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
- Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.observed in walk-in cooler rice (54F - Cooling.Educated Person in charge on on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge stated it was placed in walk-in cooler on 8/6/26.Person in charge discarded cooked rice.
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in walk-in cooler rice (54F - Cooling.Educated Person in charge on on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge stated it was placed in reach in cooler on 8/5/26.Person in charge discarded cooked rice.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in ice bin , ice scoop soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge removed.
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8990 US 301 N UNIT 123, PARRISH · Manatee County
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored next to watermelon on prep shelf in prep area. Manager removed sanitizer bucket.
- 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 dishwashing machine with chlorine reading of 0ppm. Manager set up three compartment sink with quaternary reading of 200ppm.
- No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at server hand washing sink. Employee provided soap.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop without handle stored inside powdered sugar container on cook line. Manager removed scoop.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
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6832 14 ST W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Ceiling tile missing.observed in main kitchen area gap in 1 ceiling tile.. 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 ice machine bin with mold like substance.
- Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. observed in utility hall way 1 ceiling water damage.
5108 15 ST E STE 1-2-3, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in reach in cooler cooked beef date marked 7/30/26. Person in charge discarded.
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed in reach in cooler cooked beef date marked 7/30/26. Person in charge discarded.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
- No copy of latest inspection report available.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
5865 FT HAMER RD, PARRISH · Manatee County
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed surface cleaner spray bottle stored next to single service cup holders under front counter. Manager removed spray bottles.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Soda Nozzle in Drive Thru soiled. Manager cleaned nozzle.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under dish machine.
1212 S PARROTT AVE, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
- Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom at dry storage.