CHICK-FIL-A OF ESTERO

Health inspection records show CHICK-FIL-A OF ESTERO in ESTERO has 8 inspections with a food safety rating of 4.3/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 8 reports on file

21900 S TAMIAMI TRL

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★★☆ (4.3/5)

Based on 8 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/20/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13543624

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 3 basic

23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed equipment door handles on stand up reach in cooler in the fry station with food debris.
36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in walk in freezer soiled.
10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed pitcher handle in contact with sugar in the bulk use bin next to the ice machine on the front line.
12A-11-4:High Priority - Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Observed employee use restroom then return to work without washing his hands. Spoke with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

10/8/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10937929

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

29-38-4:Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed no backflow preventer on mop sink.

7/22/2025· 8mo ago

Visit ID: 10843627

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

5/20/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8991230

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int, 2 basic

51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
51-15-4:Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
51-16-7:Intermediate - 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/. Warning

9/30/2024· 1y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8738480

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on stand up cooler like in the fryer/ chicken breading area soiled with food residue.
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on walk in cooler shelves, and black like substance on reach in cooler door gaskets on the front service line near tea dispensers.
14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on reach in cooler shelving at the front counter area near pick up window.

5/1/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8663442

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

11/1/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8441852

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 basic

13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food.
33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee leave salad station to place salad n reach in cooler, no glove change or hand washing observed upon returning to station, educated employee on proper glove usage. **Corrective Action Taken**

7/11/2023· 2y 9mo ago

Visit ID: 8359712

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed