LAKE HOUSE RESTAURANT
3401 BAY COMMONS DR, Bonita Springs FL 34134 · 239.948.4484
Last inspected May 1, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
MAY 24
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APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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 written procedures.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019015731 | Mar 4, 2019 | Apr 11, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 1, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in prep kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer outside.
Apr 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (48F - Cold Holding); conch batter (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); sliced American cheese (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F); cooked beans (51F - Cold Holding); collard greens (52F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (52F - Cold Holding) held overnight in reach in cooler per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (48F - Cold Holding); conch batter (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); sliced American cheese (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F); cooked beans (51F - Cold Holding); collard greens (52F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (52F - Cold Holding) held overnight in reach in cooler per operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided soap.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in prep kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer outside.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 11 pounds of salmon with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under oxygen packaging in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in server side station at bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 11 pounds of salmon with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under oxygen packaging in reach in cooler.
Ice buildup in outside reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface heavily soiled with mold like substance on outside of outdoor freezers.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook donned a hat during the visit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of outside reach-in soiled.
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs were stored directly above jugs of salad dressings in the outdoor reach-in cooler. Manager moved to proper storage hierarchy for food protection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Quesadillas prepared yesterday at improper temperature. Operator discarded. quesadillas (50F - Cold Holding)
May 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Ice scoop stored inside large blue ice bucket. Ice scoop handle in contact with interior of the ice bucket.
Feb 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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 chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator changed and primed sanitizer. Operator called technician.
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 written procedures.
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 form.
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single-Service cups stored in front of hand wash sink at bar.
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.