CAPONES COAL FIRED PIZZA
2225 FIRST ST, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239-337-2625
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Observed no written procedure. Emailed operator the written procedure and printed it during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019006242 | Jan 24, 2019 | Jul 17, 2019 | $100 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No soap provided at handwash sink at front line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed lemons, butter, and creamer located close to handwash sink to be exposed to splash. The operator relocated the items.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of oil stored on floor near reach in freezer. The operator relocated the items.
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open talon of milk not date marked at bar. Operator date marked the food item.
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. Observed no written procedure. Emailed operator the written procedure and printed it during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table next to ware washing area. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple ice cubes at wait station handwash sink. Educated the operator of strictly using the handwash sink for handwashing.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup in the interior of ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple vertical ceiling tiles missing at ware washing area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking sign posted. Emailed operator the form which was posted during inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at ware washing area and Walk in Cooler.
May 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented/rusted can under the can storage rack. The manager they were sending that can back to retailer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shelled eggs in container above the raw shrimp in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the Shelled Eggs beside the raw shrimp and raw chicken in walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in prep station being used as a dump sink. The manager spoke to personal about only utilizing handwashing sink for handwashing only.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. The manager placed paper towels in paper towel dispenser.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up grease under cooking unit on cook line.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. The manager changed out sanitizer bucket during inspection.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor on cook line. The manager doubled bucketed the quaternary sanitizer bucket during inspection.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle at bar area as soiled.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 propane tanks in building by office area. Operator moved tanks outside.
Sep 4, 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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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator discarded drink.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed wings (59F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager discarded container of wings.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand washing as a dump sink in bar area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of chicken on floor in walk-in cooler.
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in server station near soup warmer: melted butter (87F - Hot Holding). Operator began reheating item.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop in diced tomatoes in reach in cooler across from pizza ovens. Operator discarded item.
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