GOGO DINER
957 PONDELLA RD, North Fort Myers FL 33903 · 239.826.5121
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed seven rodent droppings under the shelf in the dish area, three rodent droppings on a shelf above the sink in the front line.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025014605 | Mar 4, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2021004375 | Dec 29, 2020 | Mar 17, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee crack shell eggs then change gloves without washing hands prior to prepping ready to eat cut melon. Discussed proper hand washing with Operator who discussed this with employee.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed cook buttering toast with his bare hands.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Oct 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink by three compartment sink. Operator refilled paper towels.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles over cooks line and dishwasher area not smooth, non absorbent and easily cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table on cooks line. Operator removed phone.
Mar 5, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed a cook crack raw shell eggs and failed to wash hands.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license is not posted,
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of cups at the service station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at the back door of the restaurant.
Mar 4, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of aspirin on the shelf above the hand wash sink.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed a cook crack raw shell eggs and failed to wash hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the $ service license expired on 12/01/24. Observed the operator renewed the license before the end of the inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed seven rodent droppings under the shelf in the dish area, three rodent droppings on a shelf above the sink in the front line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit Butter (76F - Cold Holding) on the all the tables.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a trash can in front of the hand wash sink by the dish area.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of food safety handling.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed the men's room door open.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license is not posted,
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches in trap under the sink in the men's room.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone above the prep Table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed a cook with jewelry on.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of cups at the service station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at the back door of the restaurant.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed tools in the back dish area.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed an ice scoop on top of ice bin at the server line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed an uncovered light bulb in the dish area.
Server scooping/portioning food (other than ice and beverages) has ineffective hair restraint. Observed a server with a infective hair restraint.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Observed per the light meter less then ten.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed strawberries over cut melon.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with clear liquid next to ice machine with no label.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance interior of ice bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of dust on wall next to food diced wall mount.
Mar 29, 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The owner renewed business license during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler across from slicer table gasket torn.
Oct 3, 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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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack shell eggs then butter ready to eat toast without changing gloves or washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator.
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed wall dicer blades with food buildup.
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 via email. Operator completed printed copy during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked prime rib prepared 48 hours ago, no date mark in stand up reach in cooler.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters on counter next to coffee station uncovered.
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.