HOT POT & KOREAN BBQ
9345 6 MILE CYPRESS PKWY #115, Fort Myers FL 33966 · 239-338-9999
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on cook line.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans oyster sauce, 2 cans ketchup, 1 can hoisin and 1 can sesame paste all dented at the seam. The operator segregated for return to vendor.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork in reach in cooler in kitchen, the operator corrected the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink at server wait station used for water pitchers. The operator removed the pitchers.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl as scoop in sugar, the operator removed the bowl.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line damaged.
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of hoisin sauce dented at the seam. The operator segregated the item for return.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked crawfish, the operator relocated the crawfish to the top shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); Krab (51F - Cold Holding) at customer service area. The operator removed the pans to ice down in the kitchen.
Handwash sink at server wait station being used to fill water pitchers. The operator removed the pitcher.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed pitchers of water under paper towels for handwash sink at server wait station. The operator discarded the water.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink at cook line blocked by pot.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed water and will use time as a public health control.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator placed employee beverage on bottom shelf.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 17, 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
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Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food stored on floor of walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tings stored on cart handle behind self service area. Operator moved items for proper storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets as soiled on reach in cooler and reach in freezer units in kitchen.
Sep 17, 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in cooler. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle at 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink in prep table by stove in kitchen. Operator moved item for proper storage.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar in bulk bin. Operator moved scoop for proper storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in water at 80F.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled compartment sink. Operator labeled bottle.
Apr 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. Observed dish machine at 0ppm chlorine.
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. Operator printed forms and had employees begin signing.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
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.