MIA'S TRUFFLES
4529 BAYSHORE RD, N Ft Myers FL 33917
Last inspected Jun 4, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
JAN 25
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MAR 26
JUN 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current business license not renewed at time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,820
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023050361 | Jul 24, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 | $120 |
| 7--2015009290 | Feb 6, 2015 | Aug 19, 2015 | $1,000 |
| 7--2014050972 | Nov 26, 2014 | Jan 20, 2015 | $700 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed raw shell eggs stored on one shelf in stand up reach in cooler in the prep area over cooked chicken, cooked beef, and fresh cut cilantro. Operator moved the eggs.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container on hand wash sink in the service station, operator moved container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on the cook line. Operator placed paper towels at the hand wash sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed uncovered waste receptacle in the employee unisex restroom.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license current but not available, operator states it in in the process of being laminated and is not currently on property.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn on stand up reach on cooler in the prep area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. Printed Out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-204 for Manager. The manager posted form during inspection.
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. Printed Out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-203 for Manager. The manager filled out form during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line. The operator placed soap at handwashing sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employees restroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of rice. The manager removed the scooper from rice.
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 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 above raw beef in the reach in cooler. Operator rearranged reach in cooler according to proper cooking temperature.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in cooked rice container to scoop rice.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile textured and not easy to clean
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed uncovered receptacle in unisex restroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gaskets on left hand stand up cooler torn.
Mar 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tiles above the cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on double door stainless steel reach in cooler on the left side of refrigerators.
Jan 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current business license not renewed at time of inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed serving bowl use to scoop rice in the reach in cooler, bulk rice container.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tiles above the cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current business license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on double door stainless steel reach in cooler on the left side of refrigerators.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed CFM expired 2-2024.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink next to to go station next to the cash register, operator refilled soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic no handle container used to scoop sugar in the bulk in use bin on the dry storage shelf. In the kitchen.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tile above equipment in the kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn on double door stainless refrigerator nest to the stand up freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing on ceiling light near the rear exit door in the back kitchen area.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above peppers, tomatoes, and chayote squash. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tiles in kitchen above preparation table and cook line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Missing light shield cover on ceiling light by rear exit door.
Stored food not covered. Observed stored sauces in reach in cooler by rear shelves in kitchen not covered.
Jul 24, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
Recorded at 1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available for checking sanitizer levels.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer available at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink on cook line, operator placed soap next to sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food prepared over 24 hours being stored in reach in refrigerator without date marking, discussed with owner the importance of date marking food and length of time cooked food may be held.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tiles in kitchen above cook and prep areas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint.
Food being prepared outside. Observed refried beans being prepared outside on propane grill in 32 quart approximate size metal pan with lid.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee hand wash signs present in restroom used by employees.
Unpackaged food not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. Observed refried beans being boiled on propane grill behind restaurant with no over head protection
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.