A Z & CO
4529 BAYSHORE RD, N Ft Myers FL 33917 · 603.568.2161
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025024639 | Feb 13, 2025 | Jun 25, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2023050403 | Jul 25, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINEISLAND RD #103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding); egg rolls (46F - Cold Holding); spare ribs (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from deep frier. The manager moved all items into walk-in cooler. The manager stated the egg rolls and spare ribs was prepared today.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink beside 3 compartment sink blocked by tape and spoons. The operator removed the tape and spoons from handwashing sink.
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 health reporting form to manager.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls and chicken not date marked in reach-in cooler across from deep frier.
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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from deep frier ambient temperature 50F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINEISLAND RD #103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled..
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in men's restroom.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed Time as Public Health Form but not filled out. Educated manager how to fill out form properly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed spare ribs and egg rolls not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINEISLAND RD #103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and egg rolls not date marked in reach-in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw shrimp thawing in standing water.
Feb 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINEISLAND RD #103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (68F - Cold Holding) on prep table across from cook line. The manager placed cut leafy greens in reach-in cooler. Observed raw chicken (57F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (56F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved raw chicken and raw shrimp into walk-in cooler. Observed spare ribs (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from deep frier. The manager moved raw beef to walk-in cooler See Stop Sale for Chicken and Spare Ribs.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food on floor in walk-in freezer.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Feb 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINEISLAND RD #103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed spare ribs (49F - Cold Holding) and chicken (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from deep frier.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (68F - Cold Holding) on prep table across from cook line. The manager placed cut leafy greens in reach-in cooler. Observed raw chicken (57F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (56F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved raw chicken and raw shrimp into walk-in cooler. Observed spare ribs (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from deep frier. The manager moved raw beef to walk-in cooler See Stop Sale for Chicken and Spare Ribs.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed Manager Time as Public Health Form for sprouts, cut leafy greens and shelled eggs.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls and pork in walk-in cooler not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food on floor in walk-in freezer.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINEISLAND RD #103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Sep 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINE ISLAND RD STE 103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls and pork not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Jul 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINE ISLAND RD STE 103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls and pork not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Jul 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINE ISLAND RD STE 103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of aleve medication above prep table. The bottle of medication was removed from above prep table.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts and cut leafy greens on prep table at room temperature 78F. The operator placed sprouts and cut leafy greens in reach-in cooler. Observed egg rolls (50F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding); pork (49F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding); shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. See Stop Sale. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager is moving raw chicken and raw beef into walk-in freezer.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator washing hands in prep sink not designated handwashing sink.
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 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/
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 written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Printed out HR Form 5022-090 Time As Public Health Control.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls and pork not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature 50F of reach-in cooler across from cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINE ISLAND RD STE 103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts (57F - Cold Holding); pork wong tongs (63F - Cold Holding); noddles (59F - Cold Holding) on prep table across from cook line. The manager placed all products into reach-in cooler across from cook line. Emailed manager Time As Public Health Control Paperwork for all those products.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in prep sink beside hand washing sink beside 3 compartment sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed the manager Time as Public Health Control Paperwork for sprouts, noodles, pork wong tongs and chicken.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed spare ribs and chicken not date marked in reach-in cooler across from deep frier.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water on floor behind front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Jul 25, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINE ISLAND RD STE 103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ambient Temperature 53F; pork (52F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken wings (50F); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager stated all products was prepared this morning.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and chicken in reach-in cooler not date marked.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of frozen shrimp on floor in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Jul 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 3015 SW PINE ISLAND RD STE 103, Cape Coral — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs on top of reach-in cooler at room temperature. The operator placed shelled eggs into reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ambient Temperature 53F; pork (52F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken wings (50F); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager stated all products was prepared this morning.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator washing hands in prep sink beside hand washing sink.
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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
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 manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and chicken in reach-in cooler not date marked.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk-in cooler ambient temperature 53F.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of frozen shrimp on floor in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
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