AREPA EXPRESS SWFL
16371 CORPORATE COMMERCE WAY, Fort Myers FL 33913 · 908-294-2022
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On stovetop cooked plantains (119F - Hot Holding) for one hour per operator.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In main reach-in cooler, raw shell eggs over ready-to-eat masa. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelving for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On stovetop cooked plantains (119F - Hot Holding) for one hour per operator.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook wash hands in triple sink. Discussed importance of using proper handwash sink with employee.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs in standing water 95F on stovetop.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready-to-eat cheeses and condiments in tall glass door reach-in cooler. Operator moved to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In middle large silver reach-in cooler, cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding) and in tall clear door reach-in cooler mozzarella cheese (50F - Cold Holding); shredded jack cheese (48F - Cold Holding) per operator after busy lunch service, less than 2 hours, with doors constantly open. Operator ice down foods for quick cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bagged cooked chickens stored in handwash sink. Operator cleared the sink for use.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled under triple sink. Operator labeled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Next to cornstarch, herbs on shelf above triple sink. Operator separated.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at entrance to unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan on large reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of dust.
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Potable water hose connected to splitter, missing a vacuum breaker.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator has ph test strips, uses quaternary sanitizer.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed sign for operator, operator hung the sign.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer chest.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On flat top grill utensils in standing water 113F. Operator discarded water and refilled, with new utensils, and placed on burner for rapid heating.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Feb 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed operator changed task from cashier to prep and put gloves without washing her hand. Discussed about proper hand washing procedures. Operator washed her hand, after put gloves.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle's potable water hose not constructed of food-grade material.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In silver reach-in cooler by prep area;; roasted pork (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); cheddar (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding) for 4 hours per operator. Cooling unit was turned off, operator turned back on. Operator immediately submerged all potentially hazardous foods in ice bath for rapid cooling, within 10 minutes all foods reached a temperature of 41F or below.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker outside of food truck connected to hose.
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 stated health reporting agreements got damaged. Provided health reporting agreement form operator started signing.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed sign for operator, HR 5030-105, operator hung the sign.
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