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16520 S TAMIAMI TRL UNIT 136, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 208-946-0710
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 written procedures.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024002173 | Nov 21, 2023 | Jan 25, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Unapproved food additive used in food. Any food containing the unapproved additive may not be served. See stop sale. Observed container of activated charcoal on shelving near spices. Operator discarded charcoal.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwash area and handwash sink next to walk in freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/spice container on shelving across from oven. Operator labeled container.
Jan 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 50 ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic pipe and tiles blocking handwashing sink next to walk in freezer. Operator removed pipe and tiles.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed eyeglasses stored on shelving in dry storage. Operator removed glasses.
Floor area underneath shelving in dishwash area covered with standing water.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machines between uses.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed stub brushes and sponges stored in right side hand wash sink at coffee station. Educated operator on importance of hand wash sink only.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink restroom.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cups near coffee station.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter 50F cold hold, lobster stuffing 51F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale. Operator discarded time/temperature control for safety foods.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dish wash area blocked by mop and mop buckets.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice packs stored in hand wash sink next to walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of hand wash only. Operator removed ice packs.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of frozen bread/bagels stored on floor in walk in freezer. Observed boxes of squash and vegetables stored on floor in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of storing food off of floor.
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet behind establishment.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine concentration at 200 ppm.
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 written procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed colander stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed colander.
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 completed form.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers of sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons.
Nov 21, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Sep 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 100 ppm.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs sitting out at room temperature per operator. Operator placed eggs in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink coffee bar. Operator placed paper towels at hand sink.
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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Spray bottle in back food prep area containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled container.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No handwashing signs provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at front kitchen area, hand wash sink in back food prep area, and hand wash sink near dishwash area. Educated operator on having hand washing signs.
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.