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LA PAISANA

LA PAISANA maintains a 3.1/5 food safety rating based on 6 health department inspections in FORT MYERS. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 6 reports on file

4480 Cleveland Avenue
Fort Myers, Florida, 33901
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/16/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10918152

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 3 int, 4 basic

  • 50-04-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Warning
  • 35B-14-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. 3 service windows open as well as main door. Warning
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A copy was provided to the operator during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef being thawed in standing water and also open air. Educated operator on proper thawing methods. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler unit near door, the operator iced down items. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pinto beans (108F - Hot Holding) on stove, the operator relocated them to bring to proper temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Warning
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator had hot water pump off, turned on and had hot water during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

2/21/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10703472

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Operator voluntarily discarded cups in bulk sugar. Corrected On-Site
  • 35B-14-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door as propped open when establishment is open and operating with no screening or other means of protection.

10/24/2024· 1y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8707715

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 2 basic

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed dead roach bear 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
  • 35B-14-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above bottled sodas and package of tortillas.
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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 printed copy. Corrected On-Site

3/28/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8531197

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 35B-14-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed doors and windows open no screen in place, no active service. Repeat 10-23 -23 Repeat Violation
  • 14-73-4:Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed hood missing 2 grease trap vents. Repeat 10-23-23 Repeat Violation

10/23/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8530996

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled equipment handles on roll top reach in cooler unit by fryers Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed handles as soiled. **Time Extended**
  • 35B-14-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door of truck as propped open with no screening or other means of protection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: **Time Extended**

10/19/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8330127

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 5 int, 4 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled equipment handles on roll top reach in cooler unit by fryers Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of plantains stored on floor. Warning
  • 35B-14-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door of truck as propped open with no screening or other means of protection. Warning
  • 14-73-4:Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed hood drip tray as missing. Warning
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags in direct contact with tacos in reach in cooler near fryers. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in tall glass front reach in cooler: raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); ambient air (54F - Cold Holding); crema (53F - Cold Holding). Observed in short 3 door reach in cooler: raw beef (52F - Cold Holding); ambient air (58F - Cold Holding). Operator states that items have been open for heavy lunch period. Warning
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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 written plan as available. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple items stored in hand wash sink (dish soap, oven cleaner and cup). Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of food manager certification available at the time of inspection. Delmi Lemus is manager in charge at time of inspection. Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink. Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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 signed agreements a available. Warning