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PEI WEI FRESH KITCHEN #0275

16441 CORPORATE COMMERCE WAY, Fort Myers FL 33913 · 941.286.0722

Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats84
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4606941
Grade history
AUG 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken dumplings (61 F - Cold Holding); spicy salmon (58 F - Cold Holding) per operator food brought out from walk in cooler less than three hours prior. Operator returned food to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $560

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2018013378Feb 8, 2018Apr 5, 2018$400
7--2017041814Jul 17, 2017Oct 31, 2017$160

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed warewashing chlorine sanitizer machine reaching maximum temperature 87F after running multiple times.
Intermediate/16-53-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Next to dishwashing area.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets reach-in cooler next to fryer left side kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator replaced and primed sanitizer, 100ppm chlorine
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler flip top at middle station on kitchen raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes and chicken (54F - Cold Holding); ground cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding) for 90 minutes per operator due to being left open during lunch rush. Operator iced all foods and closed. Spoke with operator about monitoring kitchen temperatures frequently during hotter periods.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed warewashing chlorine sanitizer machine reaching maximum temperature 87F after running multiple times.
Intermediate/16-53-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute at customer self service drink machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Next to dishwashing area.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets reach-in cooler next to fryer left side kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator replaced chlorine sanitizer, 50ppm chlorine.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. In walk-in cooler raw cubed salmon not completely removed from package, stored overnight per operator. Operator immediately discarded. Provided operator associated handout to aid in explanation.
High priority/01B-13-4
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Ansley, Chester hired more than 60 days notice proof of training.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. Pantry side handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. 72F observed in chemical warewasher.
Intermediate/16-53-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on vents in front and back kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
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. In walk-in cooler raw cubed salmon not completely removed from package, stored overnight per operator. Operator immediately discarded. Provided operator associated handout to aid in explanation.
Basic/06-09-1
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting across from triple sink.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Time Extended
No soap provided at handwash sink left side entering cook line, far end.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed wash cycle for dish machine reaches to 87F after running 3 times.
Intermediate/16-53-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the chute of the ice machine for customer self service drinks.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Accumulation of grease and dust on vents in back, middle of kitchen, main ceiling gas pipe by cook line.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers across from triple sink.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Grill cleaner next to fryer oil across from fryer station. Operator removed.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter added, missing vacuum breaker on side attached to dark green hose.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink left side entering cook line, far end.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed wash cycle for dish machine reaches to 87F after running 3 times.
Intermediate/16-53-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the chute of the ice machine for customer self service drinks.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Accumulation of grease and dust on vents in back, middle of kitchen, main ceiling gas pipe by cook line.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. In empty cabinets under front counter, in middle cabinet 10 dead roaches around electrical equipment. Under sink at side, 15 dead roaches. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers across from triple sink.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Dec 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored with single service to go lids under pantry station. Operator properly separated.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter added, missing vacuum breaker on green hose side.
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In dishwashing area blocked with large pot. Operator cleared sink for proper use.l
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink in pantry station.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In center of kitchen, accumulated dust on pipes attacked to ceiling.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) under pantry station.
Basic/21-08-4
Oct 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 3 cans bamboo shoots heavily dented on cook line dry storage rack.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler raw fish over ready-to-eat cooked chicken.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk-in cooler, raw chicken and raw beef ambient cooling in large, deep, covered plastic containers. Discussed proper cooling techniques with operator.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in dishwashing area, blocked with unused cooking equipment and floor fan.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Incomplete 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 provided forms for two employees, 4 employees present.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwashing area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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. Operator unable to locate at time of inspection.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed rice nets being reused on cook line. Discussed proper use of rice nets with operator.
Basic/25-32-4/Warning
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken dumplings (61 F - Cold Holding); spicy salmon (58 F - Cold Holding) per operator food brought out from walk in cooler less than three hours prior. Operator returned food to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at back hand sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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 unable to show proof of signed reporting agreement. Provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5030-103 and they were completed during inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Unlabeled bottle on expo,line.
Intermediate/41-21-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go cup used as scoop for chopped peanuts. Operator removed cup
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food without a hair restraint
Basic/13-03-4
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 00ppm); operator discarded and refilled to: Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm)
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap dispenser empty at front hand sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Handles of both white and brown rice warmers broken.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Bags of prepared wonton soup in food container on floor of walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Dipper well used for rice scoops insufficient velocity. Operator moved scoops to container of water 183 F.
Basic/10-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of peanuts stored on shelf behind wok station not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5

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