ENZOS ITALIAN RESTAURANT
4351 W BONITA BEACH RD, Bonita Springs FL 34134 · 239-992-5555
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken was stored directly above raw beef in the walk-in cooler. Operator discarded chicken.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over ready to eat pasta in walk in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggplant over carrots in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over ready to eat pasta in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); parmesan cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding) held overnight in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); parmesan cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding) held overnight in reach in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Jan 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 pieces of 6oz snapper with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen above stove.
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. Observed 4 pieces of 6oz snapper with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line.
Dec 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up triple sink for manual sanitization.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat pasta. Operator moved to proper storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 pieces of 6oz snapper with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen above stove.
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. Observed 4 pieces of 6oz snapper with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Interior metal plate missing on the left door of the tall reach in cooler on the cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Damage to wall by walk in cooler door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease on hood filters above stove.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Hole in floor in center of dish area by drain.
Nov 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Two carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured on the sidewalk at the rear exterior of the building.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance: heavy dust build-up by the cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket observed on the door of the make table cooler opposite the stove. Interior metal plate missing on the left door of the tall reach-in cooler on the cook line. Insulation exposed rendering the surface no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Hole in or other damage to walls in multiple areas in the kitchen. Damage to metal lower wall next to the exterior of the walk-in door.
Nov 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 5 packages of halibut and 7 packages of snapper in reduced oxygen packaging fully thawed and unopened in the walk-in cooler. Educated cook and Manager about introducing oxygen into this type of packaging prior to thawing. Cook discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse: cut grape tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); lobster tail (50F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (49F - Cold Holding); clams - ambient (51F - Cold Holding); mussels- ambient (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler across from the stove: cut grape tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); lobster tail (50F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (49F - Cold Holding); clams - ambient (51F - Cold Holding); mussels- ambient (51F - Cold Holding). See Stop Sale
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener had encrusted food debris on the blade and holster.
Two carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured on the sidewalk at the rear exterior of the building.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin on the right interior wall.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance: heavy dust build-up by the cook line.
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: 5 packages of halibut and 7 packages of snapper in reduced oxygen packaging fully thawed and unopened in the walk-in cooler. Educated cook and Manager about introducing oxygen into this type of packaging prior to thawing. Cook discarded. See Stop Sale
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket observed on the door of the make table cooler opposite the stove. Interior metal plate missing on the left door of the tall reach-in cooler on the cook line. Insulation exposed rendering the surface no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Hole in or other damage to walls in multiple areas in the kitchen. Damage to metal lower wall next to the exterior of the walk-in door.
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
Aug 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in several areas.
Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Hole in or other damage to wall in multiple areas.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 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. Operator stated they would send bar glassware to the back dishwasher until repairs are made. Bar Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb outside the back door.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener and holster observed to have heavy build up of encrusted debris on the blade and in the plastic holster.
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/: 2 employees at the bar, one food runner, one at pizza window and 4 handling food in the kitchen.
Raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters from different original containers mixed together prior to preparation for service. Three mesh bags of clams stored together in a bus tub in the walk-in cooler, allowing the juices to co-mingle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin, specifically on the black interior deflector.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in several areas.
Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Hole in or other damage to wall in multiple areas.
Open dumpster lid.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed two large lightbulbs stored in a container with creme brulee mix, located on the spice shelf.
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken was stored directly above raw beef in the walk-in cooler. Operator discarded chicken.
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 forms to Operator who signed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Two cutting boards near the pizza maketable observed deeply scored with dark residue in the scored areas.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Broken ceramic wall tiles observed throughout the back of the house. These areas are no longer smooth and easily cleanable and should be repaired to maintain a sanitary food preparation environment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda gun holster observed with slimy buildup in the interior.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold build-up observed on the wall by the dishwashing machine.
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked pork and beef lasagna (77F - Hot Holding) on pizza over for 30 minutes per operator. Provided operator with time as a public health control form and explained proper procedure.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served and not in chronological order. At least 20 unmarked tags. Provided operator with shellfish tag guidance handout.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade on back prep table soiled with accumulated food residue. Also slicer blade by ice machine with accumulation of food debris.
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. Observed in walk-in cooler with cooked lasagna. Operator states lasagna is cooked cooled sliced and frozen same day, thawed no more than one day, not date tracked with mark.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled bottles under back prep table by walk-in cooler. One in service station at kitchen entrance.
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. Reduced-oxygen packaging fish with label sealed, thawed in walk-in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar. Operator placed proper signage at handwash sink.
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