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QUE PAPAYA VZLA CORP

4125 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1155, Fort Myers FL 33901

Last inspected Feb 8, 2025 · 9 visits since October 2023

□ Not on the state's active licence list

This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.

Licence typeFood service
Licence4607672
Grade history
OCT 23
MAR 24
MAR 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor under ice machine.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $560

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025008933Feb 7, 2025Apr 17, 2025$400
7--2024035134May 14, 2024Feb 17, 2025$160

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Feb 8, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license as expired as on 12-01-2024.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint/Return visit Feb 8, 2025 · Admin Complaint
Feb 7, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license as expired as on 12-01-2024.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 7 live roaches in total. Observed 1 live roach on paper towel dispenser, one on wall by reach in freezer unit, 1 on wall by grill, 2 in cabinet under front hand wash sink and 2 on wall by single service styrofoam boxes.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Sep 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining containers in reach in cooler units.
High priority/14-86-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor under ice machine.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
May 14, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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/Return visit May 14, 2024 · Observed no proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. Admin Complaint
Mar 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used to line tomatoes in reach in cooler.
High priority/14-86-1/Warning/Return visit Mar 23, 2024 · Time Extended
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. Establishment is already under callback for this violation from inspection on 03-11-2024.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent connected to air conditioner.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest reach in freezer units.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw hamburger then handle utensils without changing gloves and washing hands. Educated operator on proper hand washing and employee washed hands and changed gloves.
High priority/12A-12-4/Warning
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used to line tomatoes in reach in cooler.
High priority/14-86-1/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler: hard boiled egg (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); mixed cheese (55F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (55F - Cold Holding); sliced Tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding).
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in roll top reach in cooler: hard boiled egg (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); mixed cheese (55F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (55F - Cold Holding); sliced Tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding). See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/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. Establishment is already under callback for this violation from inspection on 03-11-2024.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent connected to air conditioner.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on counter by food items.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing jewelry/watch while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest reach in freezer units.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Mar 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs over unwashed onions in reach-in cooler. Op moved items for proper storage.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink and soap dispenser blocked from use by boxes and mop bucket. Operator moved items blocking hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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
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. Observed operator had staff sign copies of Employee Health Agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator printed and posted item.
Basic/51-13-4/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.