GOURMET PIZZA BISTRO (THE)
7101 CYPRESS LAKE DR #61, Fort Myers FL 33907 · 4332344
Last inspected Nov 24, 2025 · 6 visits since September 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
NOV 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license 12/01/2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015013460 | Mar 17, 2015 | Apr 1, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 24, 2025Inspection 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
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at front counter. Operator stored inverted.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at triple sink. Operating labeled spray bottle.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean spoons not stored inverted at prep area. Operator stored inverted.
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom with holes.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at the top of reach-in cooler. Operator stored inverted.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In upright cooler at prep area; chicken salad (51F - Cold Holding); homemade tomatoes sauce (52F - Cold Holding) Per operator all items placed in cooler 3 days before the inspection. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In upright cooler at prep area; chicken salad (51F - Cold Holding); homemade tomatoes sauce (52F - Cold Holding) Per operator all items placed in cooler 3 days before the inspection. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with mop bucket. Operator removed mop bucket.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken soup not date marked. Per operator chicken soup prepared three days before the inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at triple sink. Operator labeled spray bottle.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles soiled with grease throughout kitchen.
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Dumpster rusted out with holes.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator leaned can opener at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at Dish machine area. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator chocking sign.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator stored inverted.
Apr 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license 12/01/2023
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated grease at kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator stored properly.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection 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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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff.org) 866-372-7233.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense blue cheese crumbles. Operator removed cup.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Educated operator on proper storage of ice scoop.
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.