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PILAR'S EMPANADAS ARGENTINAS

PILAR'S EMPANADAS ARGENTINAS maintains a 3.3/5 food safety rating based on 7 health department inspections in FORT MYERS. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 5 months ago · 7 reports on file

1850 BOY SCOUT DR STE 106

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

10/1/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 13457406

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 1 basic

  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service food containers not inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage.
  • 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk-in cooler; cooked ground beef (51F - Cooling). Per operator cooked ground beef prepared and stored overnight. See stop sale.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk-in cooler; cooked ground beef (51F - Cooling). Per operator cooked ground beef prepared and stored overnight. See stop sale.

7/9/2025· 8mo ago

Visit ID: 10940169

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Turn over shell boxes stored on floor in walk in freezer.
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near by triple sink. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site

12/13/2024· 1y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 10739308

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 2 basic

  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service coffee filters improperly stored. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near by triple sink. Operator provided paper towel.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter.

7/25/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8760769

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 3 basic

  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at triple sink area.
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator chocking sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service cup lids box stored on floor. Operator removed the box to dry storage shelf. 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 operator DBPR HR 5030-104 form. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 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 Employee Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**

9/14/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8445632

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on multiple reach in units.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust multiple reach in cooler gaskets through out the kitchen.
  • 16-48-4:Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils inside container connected to the prep table in the reach in cooler.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry next to the hot water heater.

9/14/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8445318

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

7/14/2023· 2y 8mo ago

Visit ID: 8368798

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 5 int, 6 basic

  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee back pack on Reach-in-Freezer . Corrected on site Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Roulades stored in case on floor in kitchen. Corrected on site Warning
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Corrected on site Warning
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go boxes on floor of office. Warning
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Spoons at front counter not inverted. Corrected on site Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple racks of empanadas uncovered in Walk-in-cooler. Warning
  • 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Ready to eat meals in Reach-in-Freezer no date mark. Ready to eat empanadas in Reach-in-cooler no date mark. Operator stated items prepared two days prior. Will add date mark. 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. empanadas (75F - Hot Holding) in front case operator stated the items are warmed before service. Discussed Time as a public health control or proper holding temperature with operator. Corrective action taken 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. Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No Paper towel near hand washing sink by three compartment sink. Paper towel dispenser in restroom not functioning, Both corrected on site Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 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. Found unsigned form, discussed signing forms with operator. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near three compartment sink. Corrected on site Warning