LA COCINA DE JUANITA’S
3480 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916 · 239-208-4270
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
NOV 24
APR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016005609 | Jan 25, 2016 | Apr 14, 2016 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection 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
Faucet missing at plumbing fixture at prep sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Single-service forks not stored inverted or protected from contamination near prep area. Operator stored single service forks inverted.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection 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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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb near kitchen exit door.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled spray bottle.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense salt. Operator removed the bowl.
Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of food debris at dry storage.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone near kitchen exit door. Operator replaced fire extinguisher at time of inspection. For reporting purposes only.
Oct 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense shredded cheese in reach-in cooler. Operated removed the bowl.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of 5e hood soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go ramekins as scoops in reach in cooler diced tomato and shredded cheese. Operator removed cups.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed lid is missing on covered receptacle.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
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.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop no handle in bulk rice. Operator removed during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line. Employee removed watch.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closer is attached on men's room door, but, is not closing.
Mar 11, 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and steaks not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket beside cook line gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Sep 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 completed printed form during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in men's bathroom. Operator refilled during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go soufflé cups used as a scoop in diced tomatoes and cheese in reach in cooler with flip top. Operator removed cups during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee beverage on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed beverage from kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets to walk-in cooler door are cracked and broken.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed pink mold like substance on gaskets of white reach in freezer in kitchen.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device to men's bathroom broken.
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.