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SCHOOL LUNCH MATTERS

771 AIRPORT PULLING RD N STE 3, NAPLES · Collier County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sterno stored on shelf above food. Operator moved for proper storage.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked balsamic chicken pulled from date marked 7/29/2026. Per operator date marked was date pulled from freezer. Operator discarded chicken.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar (47F); sliced American (46F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss (48F - Cold Holding); pico (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (46F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding) in flip top cook line cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar (47F); sliced American (46F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss (48F - Cold Holding); pico (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (46F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding) in cook line flip top cooler.
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 employee training aside from Katie Brennan expired on 8/1/2026.
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THE COUNTRYSIDE CAFE

300 E CR 78, MOORE HAVEN · Glades County

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. Dawn C.

SANDHILL GRILL AT PINECREST GOLF CLUB

2401 S LITTLE LK BONNETT RD, AVON PARK · Highlands County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed three containers of breaded mozzarella sticks in reach in cooler dated for 7/24/26, operator voluntarily discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of surface cleaner on a food preparation table in kitchen next to the tea urn, operator removed.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for fresh garlic butter on the cook line, sent operator a copy by email.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at hand washing sink in kitchen, operator replaced.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on the handle in front of grill, employee moved.
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CHECKERS AVON PARK

382 S US HWY 27, AVON PARK · Highlands County

Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed no toilet paper in the restroom, employee replaced.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in freezer soiled with food debris.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans on shelf with water in between and not air drying properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on reach in cooler on the cook line separated from door.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard in food preparation area.
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BURGER KING #13922

460 US HWY 27 S, AVON PARK · Highlands County

Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on the walk in freezer door.

1005 W PEEL ST, AVON PARK · Highlands County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hard shell eggs over bagged cheese in reach in cooler in the back storage area, owner moved eggs to bottom shelf.
No running water at mop sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle in container of rice under microwave.
Food stored on floor. Observed bagged carrots on floor in back storage area, owner picked up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled with grease.
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THE PURPLE IRIS TEA ROOM

340 E INTERLAKE BLVD, LAKE PLACID · Highlands County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Raid ant and roach on top of clean pans. Operator removed.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment: Raid ant and roach on top of clean pans. Operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink at triple sink or in small bathroom . Operator placed at location.
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Graham cracker crumbs removed from original container. Operator labeled.
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BRGR KITCHEN & BAR

1231 MIDDLE GULF DR, SANIBEL · Lee County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef patties stored directly over prepared chicken. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep/make table. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 01-08-2026

THE SANIBEL CAFE

2007 PERIWINKLE WAY, SANIBEL · Lee County

Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Partial bottle of water in reach in cooler on cooks line. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.

4600 BRUCE HERD LN, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed service window left open when not is use.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk container of flour unlabeled in back kitchen.

3120 DEL PRADO BLVD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on top of dishmachine. Operator removed chemical.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb underneath spray table in dishwash area. Operator attached vacuum breaker to hose bibb.
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 concentration at 0 ppm at bar. Operator primed sanitizer and called technician. Note: operator will use working dishmachine in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of frozen raw chicken thawing in standing water.
Unsealed concrete floor at cook line and in front of beer walk in cooler. Educated operator on sealing concrete.
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LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE OF FT

13701 S TAMIAMI TRL, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line drop in cooler with ice shredded cheddar cheese (50F - Cold Holding); sour cream (54F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding) for 1 hour per operator. Operator moved foods deeper into ice and labeled for 4 hour discard.
Container of medicine improperly stored. On cook line at entrance over single service to go containers. Operator removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Only handwash sink in bar is blocked for full access in far right corner. Only labeled handwash sink in bar area inaccessible near triple sink and ice bin is mostly blocked with large beer reach-in cooler and is no longer readily accessible, and can not be made accessible at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf over pass through window with accumulation of dust and debris.

842 LAFAYETTE ST, 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. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator called technician and primed sanitizer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on importance of labeling. Operator labeled bottle.

1721 NE PINE ISLAND RD, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook begin working placed gloves on without washing hands.
No soap provided at handwash sink at handwashing sink across from ice cream stand. The manager had soap placed into soap dispenser.
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt. Emailed To Management Gratuities, Tips and Operations Charges Industry Bulletin. Include Fees on Credit Card for purchases.
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. Emailed GM Employee Reporting Form DBPR HR 5030-103.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwashing sink in soda area has white like substance on handles.
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SAKURA OF JAPAN

4125 CLEVELAND AVE UNIT 1105, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed single serve plastic water bottle in ice at front soda dispenser.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over sauce in walk in cooler.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed multiple nonfood-grade bins used to store chicken, noodles, rice, etc.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked green beans (122F - Hot Holding); cooked plantains (95F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. Observed cooked chicken (114F - Hot Holding) in kitchen.
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 container of milk in walk in cooler bearing no date marking.
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NINJA THAI & SUSHI BAR

13550 REFLECTION PKWY STE 302, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under shelves in walk in freezer and sushi bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease near cook line.

DUFFY'S SPORTS GRILL

627 CAPE CORAL PKWY W, CAPE CORAL · Lee County

Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm)
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance on soda fountain nozzles across from inside bar.

BOB EVANS RESTAURANT 497

8940 COLONIAL CENTER DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf across from three compartment sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters uncovered in server station at front counter. Operator covered filters.

14261 S TAMIAMI TR #1, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. At bar observed Black Sea salt with activated charcoal observed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By cook line. Operator replaced.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee at bar cutting watermelon with bracelet, watch on wrists. Spoke with manager regarding

8950 COLONIAL CENTER DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on mounted Nemco slicer. Prep table kitchen area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink outside manager office.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels unable to dispense at auto paper towel feeder at front counter next to hand washing sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees engaged in food preparation / handling during inspection with no currently certified food manager present.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge is lacking proof of food manager certification. Sherman Ferguson manager on duty.
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POLLO TROPICAL #80

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.

DUFFYS SPORTS GRILL

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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles on drink service station in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In far front of bar, handwash sink used to store soda gun. Operator removed from sink.
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.

CHILIS GRILL & BAR

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.

PANERA BREAD CAFE #1144

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.

HOUSE OF OMELETS

14261 S TAMIAMI TRAIL STE 11, FORT MYERS · Lee County

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.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately ten flies around drink/bussing station in front line on walls.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) in front service area. Operator diluted.
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.
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.
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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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink at cook line blocked by a cart.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar.
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BEGONIA'S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA INC

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.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork in reach in freezer stored directly in contact with grocery bag.
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.
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.

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