PANDA EXPRESS #1656
16421 Corporate Commerce Way
Fort Myers, Florida, 33913
Lee County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★½☆ (3.6/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 3/18/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10715860
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Inspection Date: 11/7/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8736660
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The manager cleaned microwave during inspection. 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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The manager posted form during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-02-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
- 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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-103 for Manager. The manager filled out Form during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Inspection Date: 3/18/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8628512
- 24-08-4:Basic - Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf above 3 compartment sink. Educated the operator. Priority: Basic
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
Inspection Date: 2/13/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8536330
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The manager is assuring all personnel read, sign and maintain on files. **Corrective Action Taken**
Inspection Date: 10/25/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8357678
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
- 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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The manager will assure all personnel read, sign and maintain in files. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 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.