VUELVE A LA VIDA SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
1918 BOY SCOUT DR, Fort Myers FL 33907
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 17 visits since October 2023
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JAN 26
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JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025091389 | Nov 10, 2025 | Jan 29, 2026 | $600 |
| 7--2024055055 | Aug 13, 2024 | Dec 11, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored over ketchup at dry storage. Operator removed container of medicine to proper storage.
Non-food grade carry on bag used to stored peppers. Operator discarded carry on bag.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In reach in cooler; raw shrimp container stored over unwashed tomatoes. Operator removed unwashed tomatoes to proper storage.
Menu does not identify ceviche contain raw animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Operator identified ceviche on menus at time of inspection.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked rice. Operator removed the bowl.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at prep area. Operator stored inverted.
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 6160-1 TOPAZ COURT, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Stored food not covered. Observed beans in walk in cooler stored without covering.
Mar 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 6160-1 TOPAZ COURT, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored over prep area. Operator removed the medicine.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw shrimp stored over peppers. Operator removed raw shrimp bottom shelf.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near dry storage. Operator provided paper towels.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored with can jalapeños at dry storage. Operator removed the bag.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
Food stored on floor. Oil container stored on floor near prep area.
In-use tong stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line. Operator removed the tong.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit at prep area. Operator removed the utensils, discarded water.
Single-service food cups improperly stored on floor near prep area.
Nov 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw shrimp stored over raw chopped onions. Operator moved raw shrimp bottom shelf.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator extended dinning area and increased seating. Provided operator HR-7005 form and seating change evaluation form.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Food stored on floor. Water case and oil container stored on floor at prep area.
Sep 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw shrimp stored over raw chopped onions. Operator moved raw shrimp bottom shelf.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator extended dinning area and increased seating. Provided operator HR-7005 form and seating change evaluation form.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator raw/ undercooked oysters consumer advisory and operator posted at front counter at time of inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Food stored on floor. Water case and oil container stored on floor at prep area.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over yogurt. Operator removed raw shell eggs to bottom shelf.
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 operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink at prep area. Operator provided soap.
Food stored on floor. Water bottles case stored on floor near by front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen raw chicken thawing in standing water. Operator placed frozen raw chicken under cold running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled sugar container.
Jun 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 6160-1 TOPAZ COURT, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap around sides of exterior tear fire door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area.
Jan 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 6160-1 TOPAZ COURT, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4 dented cans of Chile Verde. Operator segregated cans for refund from supplier.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle by back door.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile as missing in women's restroom.
Jan 8, 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Grease on the ground and pad around grease receptacle.
Multiple ceiling tiles shows damage near by kitchen exit door.
Aug 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
Recorded at 6160-1 TOPAZ COURT, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sealing machines stored in front of hand wash sink by coffee station. Operator moved item for proper storage.
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. Operator is utilizing a cook chill process or sous vide packaging and cooking for multiple food items, including black beans, pinto beans, mojo de ojo, white queso, Tex-mex ground beef, enchilada sauce, chicken breast. Establishment is utilizing cook chill process for beans, queso sauce and marinades. and sous vide packaging and cooking for meat products that are transported to satellite locations.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease.
Single-service coffee filters improperly stored at front counter. Operator stored coffee filters properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator stored wiping cloth in sanitizing solution.
Feb 28, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 6160-1 TOPAZ COURT, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4 dented cans of Chile Verde. Operator segregated cans for refund from supplier.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle by back door.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile as missing in women's restroom.
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory for undercooked egg. Provided operator DBPR form HR 5030-81. Operator posted on wall by front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed kitchen ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution, sanitizer bucket (Chlorine 200ppm+) not proper. Operator diluted sanitizing bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Dec 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Two hose bibbs by triple sink no vacuum breaker. Under hood system one hose bibb no vacuum breaker.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors at back of kitchen.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 6160-1 TOPAZ COURT, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Establishment is utilizing a cook chill process with an extended shelf life. For questions regarding special processes and to submit a haccp plan please email:A DHR.Specialprocess@myfloridalicense.com
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. Establishment is utilizing a cook chill process with an extended shelf life. For questions regarding special processes and to submit a haccp plan please email: A DHR.Specialprocess@myfloridalicense.com
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.