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PUPUSA RESTAURANT

26455 OLD 41 R STE 13A, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 239.390.6585

Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 6 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4607796
Grade history
JAN 24
JUL 24
DEC 24
NOV 25
JUN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding 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 to Operator
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Jun 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled by triple sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Lack of water pressure at one of the hand washing sicks next to triple sink.
Intermediate/27-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin by reach in cooler.
Basic/22-20-5
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Refried beans made 2 days prior not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container with no scoop submerged in sugar.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs were stored directly above cabbage and carrots in the tall, two-door cooler. Operator moved to bottom shelf for proper storage.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of Comet cleanser was stored next to bananas and above onions and aerosol air freshener and Windex were stored above heads of cabbage on the storage shelving. Chemicals were moved away from food.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink just before the dishwashing room.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed bag of chicken dated 7-17-24.
High priority/02C-01-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Chicken with prep date more than 7 days (7/17/24)
High priority/01B-24-5
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink was blocked by a trash can. Educated Operator regarding handwashing sink requirements.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Numerous items in reach-in cooler that Operator stated were prepared prior to today with no date marking. Educated Operator on date marking requirements.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Sign on front door states, "Sorry, no public restrooms." Operator removed sign and Inspector explained requirement.
Basic/32-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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 to Operator
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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 forms to Operator. Operator signed.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site

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.