FARMER MIKES PRODUCE INC
26031 MORTON AVE, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · (239) 498-4576
Last inspected Dec 13, 2024 · 5 visits since November 2023
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3 inspections trending up, 32 points better than where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Ground beef was stored directly above whole-muscle pork.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024011481 | Jan 11, 2024 | Mar 27, 2024 | $160 |
| 7--2023071024 | Nov 2, 2023 | Mar 4, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2019009943 | Feb 12, 2019 | Mar 15, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Dec 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of ibuprofen was stored on the dry storage shelving, commingled with ingredients for food for sale to the public. Handed bottle to Operator and explained proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pans of food in the kitchen area out of refrigeration, sitting near the stove. Employee stated food had only been out of refrigeration for 10 minutes. Explained the importance of keeping foods at proper temperature, removing only what is needed to prepare recipes and returning to refrigeration immediately. Employee stated she would return product to the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling-down. Upon exiting the facility to type report 15 minutes later, hot dogs were still on the table. Reminded employee to place and keep under refrigeration. hot dogs (66F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (61F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (63F - Cold Holding); chicken breast (63F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cans of sterno were stored directly above bottles of chocolate syrup on the wire shelving at the entrance door.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths: Facility has a dispenser, test strips and several bottles of quaternary sanitizer at the three-compartment sink. However, Operator states the dispenser is broken and they are hand mixing chlorine bleach to sanitize. Facility has no chlorine test strips. Educated the Operator on the importance of proper mixing chemical and proper sanitizing.
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding has been replaced with spray foam at the juncture between the front and back room.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Vinyl flooring in back prep room is torn with large holes, exposing the concrete below.
Food stored on floor. Numerous cases of condiments, marshmallows and single-service to-go items are being stored on the floor in the front room, most are under the service window counter.
May 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal lid stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed lid.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging with raw meat and raw vegetables.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on top of avocados.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw ground beef patties uncovered in reach in freezer.
Mar 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal lid stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed lid.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging with raw meat and raw vegetables.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on top of avocados.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw ground beef patties uncovered in reach in freezer.
Jan 11, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Containers of pickled corn in the walk-in cooler were dated 10/5/23. Explained proper dating to the Operator. Corn was brined, so explained to Operator the requirement for applying for a Variance/HACCP plan. See Stop Sale
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Containers of pickled corn in the walk-in cooler were dated 10/5/23. Explained proper dating to the Operator. Corn was brined, so explained to Operator the requirement for applying for a Variance/HACCP plan.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is vacuum-sealing meats then cooking using sous vide method. No Variance or HAACP plan for this location. Explained the requirement to Operator..
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cut melon, pico de gallo, tomato salsa, green salsa, guacamole, marinated goat cheese, all in grab and go cooler at entrance. All items packaged on site and missing various elements of required information.
Nov 2, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. More than three dozen fruit-based popsicles stored in a grab and go freezer. No list of ingredients was observed, no marking indicating who or where product was prepared. Also, the cellophane coverings were open on the ends of the popsicles, exposing the product to potential contamination.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Ground beef was stored directly above whole-muscle pork.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Containers of pickled corn in the walk-in cooler were dated 10/5/23. Explained proper dating to the Operator. Corn was brined, so explained to Operator the requirement for applying for a Variance/HACCP plan. See Stop Sale
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Containers of pickled corn in the walk-in cooler were dated 10/5/23. Explained proper dating to the Operator. Corn was brined, so explained to Operator the requirement for applying for a Variance/HACCP plan.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. More than three dozen fruit-based popsicles stored in a grab and go freezer. No list of ingredients was observed, no marking indicating who or where product was prepared. Also, the cellophane coverings were open on the ends of the popsicles, exposing the product to potential contamination. Operator unable to provide documentation or invoices of where popsicles were purchased.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to the three-compartment sink.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is vacuum-sealing meats then cooking using sous vide method. No Variance or HAACP plan for this location. Explained the requirement to Operator..
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Grab and go freezer marked "Birdie's Gelato" observed to contain 17 containers of gelato for sale to the public. Containers had a list of ingredients on each product. However, no other required labeling was available. See stop sale
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cut melon, pico de gallo, tomato salsa, green salsa, guacamole, marinated goat cheese, all in grab and go cooler at entrance. All items packaged on site and missing various elements of required information.
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