AQUA SEAFOOD & STEAKS BONITA
27940 CROWN LAKE BLVD, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 440-341-5851
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 11 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed dozens of small flying insects with open doors and windows
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $650
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024030964 | Apr 16, 2024 | Jun 18, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2024007446 | Feb 6, 2024 | May 20, 2024 | $250 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3, 6 oz portion corvina with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at prep area.
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. Kaitlin,Jose,Alegria all expired 4/1/2026.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in kitchen.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in back kitchen. Operator secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 3, 6 oz portion of corvina with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils next to ice machine.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cook line.
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in back kitchen.
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up triple sink for manual sanitization.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw eggs stored above whole muscle beef. Operator moved to proper storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 6oz portion of tuna with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in back kitchen.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 6oz portion of tuna with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed utensils and water.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen by dish machine.
Dec 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One 5.5 pound can of roasted red peppers severely dented at the top lip. Chef discarded
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee at the server line leave the cutting board where she was cutting vegetables, take personal drink cup to the soda tower and fill and replace lid, then returned to the cutting board to resume cutting vegetables. Employee donned gloves without washing hands. Inspector had employee remove gloves and wash hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored above whole muscle cuts of beef in the walk-in cooler. Chef moved to proper storage hierarchy.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler food temperatures improper more than four hours. During visit, refrigeration technician arrived to repair unit. Temperature began to drop during visit. rice (44F - Cold Holding); crab cake (44F - Cold Holding); lobster tail (41F - Cold Holding); butter (43F - Cold Holding); ground beef (44F - Cold Holding) Reach in cooler on cook line product at improper temperatures. Technician repaired during visit and temperatures began to drop. corvina (44F - Cold Holding); broccoli rabe (44F - Cold Holding); scallops (43F - Cold Holding); ground beef (43F - Cold Holding)
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Machine was cleaned during the visit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in the prep area. Open bag of tortilla chips stored in clean dish shelving in the dish area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal drink and cell phone were stored on a prep surface in the server alley.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Both bars had three compartment sinks set up improperly. First compartment was empty, middle compartment contained soapy water and far right compartment contained sanitizing solution. Bartender stated dishes were being washed and sanitized with no rinse step. Educated Chef and bartender on proper warewashing techniques.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Grout missing in several areas allowing water to pool.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the dishwasher area.
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. Electric blower, battery and charger stored with clean mixers and food prep equipment. Operator removed items.
Waste line missing at soda gun holsters at both bars.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. A case of ground beef was stored directly on top of a case of whole muscle cuts of beef. Operator moved to proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp at the server station was piled above the load line in the cold holding pan less than 4 hours. Operator removed top layers of product to the cooler. shrimp (60F - Cold Holding)
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener blade had encrusted debris on the blade, as well as chopper stored as clean.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at the sink by the soda rack. Chef repaired dispenser during the visit.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom for food handlers off the kitchen.
Employee bottled water on a food preparation table next to the ice machine.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs stored on a trash can at the prep table next to the ice machine. An in-use ice cream scoop was stored on the lid of a large container of ice cream in the walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in container of standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit at the dipper well, which was not turned on. Operator removed container and stored the utensils under running water in the dipper well.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board next to the two ice machines.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Encrusted debris on the gaskets at the cook line fish station. Operator had employee clean the gasket during the visit.
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 an electric leaf blower stored with clean juicers, choppers and pans.
Waste line missing at soda gun holsters at both bars.
Apr 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 18, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed six small flying insects near server area near dishwasher. Two small flying insects in private wine storage dining room on the wall. Two small flying insects on the shelf near food warmer Three small flying insects In dishwasher area on wall. Two small flying insects in linen room 2-06-2024
Apr 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed six small flying insects near server area near dishwasher. Two small flying insects in private wine storage dining room on the wall. Two small flying insects on the shelf near food warmer Three small flying insects In dishwasher area on wall. Two small flying insects in linen room 2-06-2024
Apr 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with cold water. Educated employee about proper hand washing. Employee began rewashing hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed six small flying insects near server area near dishwasher. Two small flying insects in private wine storage dining room on the wall. Two small flying insects on the shelf near food warmer Three small flying insects In dishwasher area on wall. Two small flying insects in linen room 2-06-2024
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed three cans, two being improperly stored over a Hand washing sink, and one being stored over a prep table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near ice machine and near walk in cooler, Operator replenished towels.
Feb 7, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed twenty small flying insects on walls in linen storage near employee restroom. Observed twenty small flying insects near soda station on walls in server area near private dining room Observed Two large flies near ice machine in kitchen Observed thirty small flying insects in bar are near wine storage area. On mats and hoses. Observed ten small flying insects in hallways between kitchen and dining room area near front bar.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris.
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Menu offers Prime Filet mignon. Packaging reads U.S.D.A. Choice. Per operator Choice is used for Filet Mignons.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In employee restroom in kitchen
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed dozens of small flying insects with open doors and windows
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.