VILLAGES OF COUNTRY CREEK
21180 COUNTRY CREEK RD, Estero FL 33928 · 239-947-4488
Last inspected Dec 31, 2025 · 10 visits since September 2023
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OCT 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 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. Observed no proof of clean for vomiting and diarrhea. Emailed for Clean up HR 5030-104.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Dec 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented can of vegetarian refried beans on the can rack. Operator segregated can for return for credit.
Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed reduced oxygen packaged salmon in the freezer. No process waiver approved.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging without an approved HACCP PLAN
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed unlabeled reduced oxygen packed salmon in the walk in freezer.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hot water handle missing on the hand washing sink in the ware washing area next to the 3 compartment sink.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked/broken lid on the lettuce on the cook line. Operator discarded lid.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the hand sink next to the three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed reduced oxygen packaged salmon with out production time and date.
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device for manually taking temperature reading of high temp dish machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed un lidded beverage in the service station on the counter next to the soda hose. Operator discarded soda cup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup build up of food debris on side shelf of reach in cooler on the cookline.
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket on the floor at the bar area across from the cooler. Operator moved bucket.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in gaskets on cook line soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned gasket during inspection
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves in produce walk in cooler with rust.
Nov 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed onsite Reduced oxygen packaging with Aproved HAACP Plan.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling vents adjacent to the rear cook/ prep line next to oven hoods.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance on gaskets on stand up reach in refrigerator next to the can rack.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.observed rust In walk in cooler on metal shelves
Apr 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Mar 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed high temp dish machine not reaching 160F.
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. Observed no proof of clean for vomiting and diarrhea. Emailed for Clean up HR 5030-104.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device for hot water sanitizer.
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 no proof that employee are informed of reporting illness protocol. Emailed form Employee reporting HR 5030-103.
Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed no visible data plate.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine not reaching proper temperature when sanitizing.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee make a chicken salad sandwich with raw lettuce and tomato without wearing gloves. Informed employee that they need to wash hands and have gloves on when handling ready to eat food, employee discarded sandwich.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with flour.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in produce cooler with build up of food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters on top of coffee maker not inverted or protected in container with lid.
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.