M Z FOOD TO GO INC
2737 Lafayette Street
Fort Myers, Florida, 33916
Lee County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/6/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
3
Total
9
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on door handles of reach in cooler in small prep kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handles on hand washing sink broken and cannot turn on water next to three compartment sink. There is another hand washing sink at end of prep line. Repeat Violation
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk flour in container with no label. Repeat Violation
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 rusted cans of Gordon Choice chunk light tuna 4 lbs 2.5 oz each on shelf across from walk in cooler doors. Operator discarded cans during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over uncovered cut ready to eat onions. Operator moved onions to another location. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-07-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed handles broken off of hand washing sink in prep kitchen. Unable to turn on.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper at hand washing sink in kitchen across from flat top in prep kitchen.
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee 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. Observed female employee working in prep area, employed over 60 days with no proof of food handler training.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in kitchen across from flat top. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/6/2025 revealed 9 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 4/25/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
6
Total
9
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container no handle used as scoop in flour bulk flour bin. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on large bulk flour bin in hallway behind prep area.
- 29-09-4:Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed no handles on mop sink.
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handles on hand washing sink broken and cannot shut off water. Operator used wrench to shut off. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop sitting inside mop sink.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk flour bin with no label.
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid under counter in prep area. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
- 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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. Operator confirms receipt of email. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in kitchen across from flat top.
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/25/2024 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 4/4/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-36-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed damage to reach in freezer door with exposed insulation. Ambient temperature 10F. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on in use plastic lids for containers of food in walk-in cooler. Observed buildup of food debris on plastic container lids covering food in walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade on prep table next to pizza oven. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/4/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 12/13/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
6
Total
11
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed damage to reach in freezer door with exposed insulation. Ambient temperature 10F. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in prep kitchen across from fryers. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on in use plastic lids for containers of food in walk-in cooler. Observed buildup of food debris on plastic container lids covering food in walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken in prep sink no running water. Operator removed chicken from sink and placed in walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of bulk salt unlabeled in prep area. Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed grill cleaner stored next to bags of bulk granulated sugar. Operator moved chemicals. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - 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/ Observed expired CFM for Kingston Thompson 09/13/2023 ServeSafe. Operator stated he is scheduled to renew in two weeks. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade on prep table next to pizza oven. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand washing sink in prep kitchen across from fryers. Warning
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/13/2023 revealed 11 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic).