CLASE AZUL OF ESTERO
9908 GULF COAST MAIN ST STE C125, Fort Myers FL 33913 · 386-262-2451
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
JUN 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Back right prep area of kitchen, right side by Bibb in box soda 25 observed flying and on walls/boxes, left side area near tanks approximately 50. In employee bathroom 4 observed. In bar, 12 at entrance closest to kitchen, 10 by large beer taps middle bar, and 5 around soda gun and prep area front middle of bar. 5 in liquor room far end bar.
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021048749 | Oct 19, 2021 | Feb 16, 2022 | $600 |
| 7--2022001493 | Dec 20, 2021 | Jan 31, 2022 | $200 |
| 7--2019055113 | Sep 25, 2019 | Nov 21, 2019 | $440 |
| 7--2019002226 | Dec 18, 2018 | Feb 21, 2019 | $400 |
| 7--2018013299 | Feb 3, 2018 | Apr 12, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 13, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator replaced empty chlorine sanitizer,
Live, small flying insects found. Back right prep area of kitchen, right side by Bibb in box soda 25 observed flying and on walls/boxes, left side area near tanks approximately 50. In employee bathroom 4 observed. In bar, 12 at entrance closest to kitchen, 10 by large beer taps middle bar, and 5 around soda gun and prep area front middle of bar. 5 in liquor room far end bar.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. In bar, black sea salt with activated charcoal used for drinks.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. One middle of bar, one left entrance in kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in front left kitchen, used as dump sink with strainer.
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 reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling out form at time of inspection.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. No name or certificate number for certified food manager who conducted training on certificates.
Dead roaches on premises. 20 in back door hallways dead.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. In dishwashing area, in back hallway.
Stored food not covered. Ice in middle section bar, operator covered.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line steam well, cooked pork (125F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (130F - Hot Holding); housemade cheese sauce (122F - Hot Holding) for less than 2 hours per operator. After stirring, all foods reached a temperature over 135F.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Quaternary 500+ppm), operator diluted to 300ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Far end bar sink used as dump sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line left side. Operator replaced towels.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. One at back exit to kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen, ceiling tiles and vents with accumulated dust, attached hood with grease accumulation.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in center of cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In back of kitchen raw pork thawing in standing water in 2 bay sink. Operator turned on running water.
Aug 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Across from fryers, reach-in cooler shredded white cheese (54F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes in guacamole. (47F - Cold Holding) for 3 hours per operator. Also Front line salsa reach-in cooler: housemade tomato salsa top (45F - Cold Holding) for three hours per operator. Operator discontinued using coolers, called technician, iced down foods and transferred to walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Right side facing cook line sink blocked with cart. Operator cleared the sink for proper use.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Far end main bar handwash sink used as dump sink. Operator cleared the sink for use.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in far corner of bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Ripped gasket on reach-in cooler across from stove on cook line, across from fryer, and walk-in cooler.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Jun 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at men bathroom. Provided operator handwashing sign and operator posted signed at men bathroom at time of inspection.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed dumpster lid.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored food containers inverted.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on the can opener blade. Operator moved to ware washing station.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine in the bar closet.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile in kitchen area soiled with grease and dust like substance.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed fluorescent light above cook line in main kitchen area missing shield cover.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of dust and food debris on the condenser unit and shelves in the walk in cooler.
Jul 28, 2023Inspection 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink behind bar used as dump sink.
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. Operator had forms completed during inspection
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two CO2 tanks in kitchen unsecured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents and tile above steam table on cooks line have a build up of grease and dust.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. On cooks,line, employee food and beverages. It separated from food served to guests. Operator moved and labeled.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Fly strip above food preparation areas by two compartment sink. Operator removed fly strip
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