PASCAL RESTAURANT
2529 SIMPSON ST, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 7542343134
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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▲ 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 printed copy.
★ 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--2026031536 | Mar 11, 2026 | Jun 23, 2026 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork (64F - Cold Holding) near 3 compartment sink. Operator states it was being thawed and is going to cook it now.
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 copy to operator during inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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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.
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. Provided a copy to operator during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers of food not date marked in reach in cooler.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris along walls in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on floor in kitchen, the operator relocated the items.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service plastic cups under front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (64F - Cold Holding) near 3 compartment sink in open air. Operator states it was being thawed and is going to cook it now.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank in dry storage near air handler. The operator moved outside.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed counter top fryer on 3 compartment sink not under hood system.
May 12, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with vegetables in reach in cooler.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.org) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked foods not date marked.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris alongs walls in kitchen.
Mar 11, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with vegetables in reach in cooler.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.org) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked foods not date marked.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris alongs walls in kitchen.
Dec 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with vegetables in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wooden cutting boards stored inside handwashing sink in kitchen. Operator removed cutting boards.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.org) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked foods not date marked.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris alongs walls in kitchen.
Feb 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed 2 Home Depot branded buckets in direct contact with food in reach in cooler unit.
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 printed copy.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed items stored in hand wash sink. Operator moved items to hand wash sink.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over ready to eat white rice in stand up reach-in cooler.
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. Emailed owner DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice and goat not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
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.