BONITA NATIONAL POOL BAR AND GRILL
17671 BONITA NATIONAL BLVD, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 239-682-8832
Last inspected May 22, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef over raw fish in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved to proper storage.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025024704 | Feb 18, 2025 | Apr 14, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2019040605 | Jun 24, 2019 | Aug 23, 2019 | $800 |
| 7--2018014999 | Feb 19, 2018 | Apr 18, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in coolers in prep area.
May 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed Three #10 cans of Marinara sauce severely dented.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef over raw fish in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved to proper storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hot dog (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Raw beef patties (51F - Cold Holding) held overnight in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dog (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Raw beef patties (51F - Cold Holding) held overnight in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in back dry stock area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in coolers in prep area.
Nov 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw ahi tuna not identified on menu. Operator corrected menus.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin across from cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Ground beef sealed in package sitting in water. Informed operator of proper procedure. Removed from water.
Feb 18, 2025Call 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the cooling drawers under the grill, raw ground beef patties were stored directly over corned beef. Employee moved to proper storage hierarchy.
Feb 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Quaternary sanitizer at triple sink not dispensing properly. Showed dishwasher how to hand-mix until both can be repaired. Facility will use triple sink for ware washing.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the cooling drawers under the grill, raw ground beef patties were stored directly over corned beef. Employee moved to proper storage hierarchy.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Four (4) packets of salmon on the cook line were thawed in unopened reduced oxygen packaging.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust by the large ice machine.
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. Four (4) packets of salmon on the cook line were thawed in unopened reduced oxygen packaging. See stop sale.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Scoop at the service window was stored in a soiled holster.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Facility has the device on site to address choking. Explained the need for the manual procedure poster and provided to Operator.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Employees corrected during the visit.
May 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Soda gun at the bar was stored in a soiled holster. Large ice scoop stored in a soiled holster at the large ice machine.
Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Air curtain was turned off while service window was in use. Maintenance turned on the air curtain.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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.