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SPANISH WELLS MAIN KITCHEN

9801 TREASURE CAY LN, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 239.992.5100

Last inspected May 1, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats450
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4605780
Grade history
DEC 24
JUN 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

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 operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. Operator hung sign.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $360

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2026042714May 1, 2026Jul 22, 2026$200
7--2015002884Jan 9, 2015Mar 14, 2015$160

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

May 1, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Bar Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator sending all glassware to kitchen dishwasher to be properly sanitized.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning/Return visit May 1, 2026 · Observed bar dishwasher Chlorine 0ppm. Operator sending all glassware to kitchen dishwasher. Admin Complaint
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit May 1, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Bar Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator sending all glassware to kitchen dishwasher to be properly sanitized.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-32-5/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw ahi tuna not identified as raw on menu. Operator corrected menus.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Buckets of pickles on ground in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses on cook line.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4/Warning
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in freezer. Operator placed in proper storage.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Hood vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator placed silverware down and ran through dishwasher.
Basic/24-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from fryers.
Basic/29-49-6
Aug 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

Recorded at 4529 BAYSHORE RD, North Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

Recorded at 4529 BAYSHORE RD, North Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pan of cantaloupe on the cook line measured 46F on the top layer and 40F lower in the pan. Product was heaped above the edge of the pan. Chef directed employee to remove the top layer and place in the walk-in cooler for rapid cooldown. cantaloupe (46F - Cold Holding
High priority/03A-02-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink nearest the office. Chef placed paper towels at the sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic ramekin stored inside a pan of salsa on the cook line.
Basic/14-01-5
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food stored in ice wells on the cook line held above 40F. Pans were sitting on top of ice. Operator stated items were placed into service 2 hours prior. Discussed ice baths and sinking pans into ice, as well as using metal to conduct cold temperatures more efficiently. Operator moved products to cooler for rapid cooldown. lettuce (45F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Aug 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Employee touched apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At dishwashing area, employee wiped hands on apron and then handed clean dishes. Discussed proper handwashing with operator and employee, operator resanitized dishes and then washed hands properly.
High priority/12A-28-4/Corrected On-Site
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 Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. Operator hung sign.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In main pub bar, handwash sink used to dump ice. Operator melted away ice clearing sink for handwashing only. Repeat 2/15/2023.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cook line by office side. Also no paper towels at handwash sink by dishwasher.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Food stored on floor in walk-in freezer, boxes of food under shelves. Repeat 2/15/2023
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation

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.