MICELI'S RESTAURANT
3930 PINE ISLAND RD NW, Matlacha FL 33993
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 19 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach above reach-in cooler in prep area. The manager discarded, cleaned and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of antacid tablets above reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager removed the bottle of antacid tablets.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen being used to fill empty container. Educated operator on proper usage of handwashing sinks.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and crab cake not date marked in walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed black duck used on walk-in cooler door.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The ice scooper was removed from ice bin.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The knives was removed from equipment.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour. The scooper was removed from the container of flour.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in station near outside entrance. The open drink was removed from stand up reach-in cooler.
Oct 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors near front counter and men's restroom door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw grouper over ready to eat prime rib in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the raw grouper beside the raw mahi and the prime rib on another shelf in walk-in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach above reach-in cooler in prep area. The manager discarded, cleaned and sanitized area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen being used to fill empty container. The manager educated staff to only use handwashing sink for handwashing only.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prime rib not date marked in walk-in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors near front counter and men's restroom door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food in stand up reach-in cooler in prep area by side patio area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Apr 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over green onions in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The chef moved the green onions to another cooler in kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times be sanitizer bucket. The manager removed sanitizer bucket from inside handwashing sink.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of medicine above prep table in kitchen. The manager discarded the bottle of medicine.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw grouper in reach-in cooler across deep frier. The manager moved the raw grouper to another reach-in cooler on cook line.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of pasta. The manager removed the cup from the container of pasta.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink of dr.pepper in stand up reach-in cooler in prep area. The manager discarded open drink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust on cook line.
Feb 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw grouper over ready to eat pasta in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager moved raw grouper to another reach-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in bar area used as a dump sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna in walk-in cooler not date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dishwashing area.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw tuna over produce in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The cook moved raw tuna to bottom shelf beside raw shrimp.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed black duct tape used for walk-in cooler door.
Food-contact surface not cleaned and sanitized between contact with different raw animal products. Educated on cleaning and sanitizing between contact with different raw animal and food products.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old date stamp on seafood stuffing. The manager changed date stamp.
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.