LA PLAYA 787

With 3 documented inspections, LA PLAYA 787 in FORT MYERS has achieved a 2.8/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 3 reports on file

La Playa
Florida, 32141
Volusia County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.8/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

4/1/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13569676

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 1 int, 4 basic

  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table/cutting board. Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to cook line and in reach in cooler near handwash sink. Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bags of cheese in reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink. Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed garlic in oil (80F - Cold Holding)in kitchen, operator unsure how long has been out and discarded. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic in oil (80F - Cold Holding)in kitchen, operator unsure how long has been out and discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee(Alejandra Perez) hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
  • 45-04-4:Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Countertop fryer not located under hood system. This is in addition to the fryer located beneath the hood system. Repeat Violation

11/5/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10937392

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 int, 1 basic

  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided a copy to the operator who posted it in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle stored over seasonings and single use skewers. Educated operator and he relocated the spray bottle. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 a copy to the operator who posted it in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
  • 45-04-4:Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Countertop fryer not located under hood system. This is in addition to the fryer located beneath the hood system.

3/14/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10720924

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed