BENTOFU
3398 FORUM BLVD UNIT 105, Fort Myers FL 33905 · 239-738-2798
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk-in cooler. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019045818 | Jul 23, 2019 | Oct 22, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee scraping and cleaning around fryers then put on gloves without washing hands prior to preparing food on cook line. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee beverage on shelf above cook line table. Operator removed beverage.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed soft wood bowl used to prepare sticky rice on top of ice machine.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal bowls and containers wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed large wooden bowl made of soft wood on top of ice machine in kitchen area used to make sticky rice.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of shrimp stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator moved case to shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use utensils stored in standing water at 115F on expo counter of cook's line.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come out of walk in cooler go to cook's line and begin work without washing hands and begin organizing clean steel bowls and food items inside reach in cooler. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed large wooden bowl on top of ice machine used to prepare sticky rice made of a soft wood.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed buildup of grease behind equipment and rice cooker at end of cook's line.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with yellow liquid by server station next to soda fountain.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice bin at front counter. Operator removed scoop from ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Jul 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans on shelf above three compartment sink wet nesting.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed wood bowl used to make sushi rice on top of ice machine.
May 2, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk-in cooler. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fried tofu made yesterday no date mark.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans on shelf above three compartment sink wet nesting.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill. Observed automatic gratuity sign posted on menu board entering restaurant, but, no disclosure printed on menu or bill.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed wood bowl used to make sushi rice on top of ice machine.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed damaged fluorescent light shield over prep table across from three compartment sink.
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for less than 10 seconds at hand washing sink in kitchen area. Discussed proper hand washing process with Operator.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner stored next to cooking wine under prep table at end of cook's line. Operator moved oven cleaner to separate shelf during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee beverage of energy drink on prep table next to disposable gloves and sauces at end of cook's line. Operator removed drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed charging cords for cell phone hanging on slicer under counter at end of cook's line. Operator removed cords.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed soft wood bowl used for making rice on top of ice machine.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed damaged light shield for fluorescent lights above prep table across from three compartment sink.
Sep 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee begin work without washing hands, touch clean utensils and plate food. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal bowls wet nesting on stainless steel shelf above three compartment sink.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed soft wood bowl used for making rice on top of ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor behind and next to fryer with buildup of oil.
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.