BLUE TILE
4087 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916 · 239-850-4605
Last inspected Apr 13, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
5 inspections trending up, 17 points better than where it started.
Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In reach in cooler; cooked cabbage not date marked. Per operator cooked cabbage prepared and stored more than 24 hours. Operator labeled cooked cabbage container.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense flour. Operator removed the bowl.
Food stored on floor. Oil container stored on floor near triple sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not label near reach in cooler. Operator labeled flour container.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; shredded mozzarella (56F - Cold Holding). Per operator stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; shredded mozzarella (56F - Cold Holding). Per operator stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
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 Health Reporting Agreement.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. In reach-in freezer; cooked frozen beef tongue without date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In reach-in cooler; cooked rice prepared and held more than 24 hours with no date marked.
Food stored on floor. Oil container stored on floor near triple sink.
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.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves after talking on phone without washing hands before using clean utensils.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed colander covering hand washing sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grey cutting board deep grooves and stained n shelf by three compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed small holes in diamond plate on floor and can see the ground outside.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Spoke to Operator about proper hand washing.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over unwashed heads of lettuce in white stand up reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed open bag of ready to eat shredded cheese in reach in cooler no date mark.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed small holes in diamond plate floors where screws may have once been and can see the ground.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed green garden hose attached to water intake. Hose must be food grade to transfer potable water.
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ready to eat soup in white reach in cooler prepared yesterday with no date mark.
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. Observed decal in window, but, no license number on outside of truck.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
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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 talking on cell phone then wipe counter then begin working with food without washing hands Discussed proper hand washing techniques with translator of operator.
Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed green garden hose attached to water intake. Hose must be food grade to transfer potable water.
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Translator for operator stated operator is retaking CFM test in two weeks.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Translator for operator states employees have food handler training, but no proof on MFDV.
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 with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ready to eat soup in white reach in cooler prepared yesterday with no date mark.
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. Observed decal in window, but, no license number on outside of truck.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in reach in coolers.
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