La Casita

15185 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33908 · Permanent Food Service · License 4604803

Official report

out of 100

Grade B

Safety score 80 of 100

Latest visit: Oct 26, 2026 (13 days ago)

What drove the grade

Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6.High priority · fixed on the spot · 9 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Oct 26 routine inspection
2 high priority (fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 6 basic (3 repeats)
-20
Safety score80

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Inspection history

2 inspections · 2 visits

Latest inspection

Oct262026

Routine inspection

10 violations found

First visitOct 26, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
10 violations found:
- 2 High priority
- 2 Intermediate
- 6 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority2
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6.
  Operator discarded copper pot.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by food items.
  Operator removed chemical.
  Fixed on the spot
Intermediate2
- Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again.
  Observed precooked frozen rellenos not date marked.
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  Observed handwash sink at bar blocked by wooden table. Operator removed table.
  Fixed on the spot
Basic6
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
  Observed employee yogurt stored on shelving over food served to public in walk in cooler. Operator removed employee food.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
  Educated operator on proper storage of employee beverages. Operator placed all employee beverages on bottom shelf.
  Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
- Code 32, Restrooms: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  Educated operator on having lid for receptacle in women's restroom.
  Repeat violation
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Hole in or other damage to wall near back kitchen exit.
  Repeat violation
  Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease/debris behind cooking equipment at cook line.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Earlier inspections 1

Jul82026B86Routine inspection8 violations No follow-up needed

First visitJul 8, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
8 violations found:
- 2 Intermediate
- 6 Basic
What the inspector cited
Intermediate2
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dishwash area.
  Educated operator on importance of labeling bottles. Operator labeled bottle.
  Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
- Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Required employee training expired for some employees.
  To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic6
- Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
  Educated operator on proper storage of employee beverages. Operator removed beverage.
  Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
- Code 13, Clean clothes, hair restraints, jewelry: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  Cook. Educated operator on the importance of wearing hair restraint.
  Repeat violation
- Code 32, Restrooms: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Hole in or other damage to wall near back kitchen exit.
  Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
  Observed water damage around ceiling vent near office area.
  Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust.
  Kitchen.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Time/temperature control for safety food: Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
Ready-to-eat food: Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.