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CARINI'S PIZZARIA & TRATTORIA

24611 PRODUCTION CIR UNIT 4-5, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 239-949-7770

Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats70
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4605559
Grade history
JAN 25
FEB 25
JAN 26
MAY 26
JUN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 34 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-24. Notified Operator by telephone. Operator called during the visit and stated he had just paid to renew the license and provided a confirmation number. However, after refreshing the app for 15 minutes, the status remained expired. Operator stated website down and called in payment.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025016648Feb 13, 2025May 6, 2025$400
7--2023029038May 17, 2023Jun 19, 2023$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jun 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by front counter and back kitchen.
Basic/51-11-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cook line and back kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
May 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

Recorded at 11770-A METRO PKWY, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw fish in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Alton and Kevin expired 12/16/2025.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area.
Basic/22-20-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed pasta sauce and sealed logs of beef in a cardboard box on ground. Operator moved to proper storage.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cook line and reach in cooler freezer in back.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle on cook line. Operator moved to proper storage.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in the back prep area and on the cook line.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 21, 2025 · Time extended to allow Operator time to resolve. Time Extended
Feb 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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. Inspector primed the machine and ran more than 5 times, all measuring 0 ppm. Showed staff how to set up manual warewashing and how to properly hand mix chlorine for sanitizing.. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-24. Notified Operator by telephone. Operator called during the visit and stated he had just paid to renew the license and provided a confirmation number. However, after refreshing the app for 15 minutes, the status remained expired. Operator stated website down and called in payment.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with water stains in the back room above the tall freezers. Fan guards in the walk-in cooler have heavy dust accumulation
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in the back prep area and on the cook line.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment on the cook line. Knife and spatula were removed to a clean, dry surface.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Two bags of frozen chicken were thawing in a large bowl on the floor. Employee moved to refrigeration.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at the dishwasher.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Water leaking from overhead pipe in the walk-in cooler.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

Recorded at 11770-A METRO PKWY, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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. Supply bucket was low. Operator added chemical and primed machine which then achieved proper ppm. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in the back obstructed by a pan of meat in the basin. Operator removed pan.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/02C-04-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in the walk-in cooler undated.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on the cook line. Employee donned hat during the visit.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach-in door in the cook area.
Basic/14-11-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pans of fish and meat observed thawing in standing water in the dish area.
Basic/06-01-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at the dishwashing machine.
Basic/36-27-5
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

Recorded at 11770-A METRO PKWY, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Basic/12B-12-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Cook line and back dry storage.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use spatula at cook line stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cardboard being used to drain fried eggplant in walk in cooler.
Basic/25-32-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cook line.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer and blade in back prep kitchen soiled with accumulated food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 3 cooks, 1 server, 1 dishwasher handling food, no certified food manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
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 missing some information. Reporting agreements signed by employees, missing manager signatures. Missing one employee reporting agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk-in cooler, no date marking system in place tracking frozen time, time in refrigerator once prepared. Operator states all foods under refrigeration have been prepared a total of less than four days. Discussed implementation of a proper date marking system with operator.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage area in corner right room of kitchen.
Basic/36-37-5
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, two containers tomatoes sauce stored on floor. In back prep area, cans tomato sauce stored on floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4

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.