Banh Mi & Tea Estero
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
50
Score
Banh Mi & Tea Estero appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 16, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce”, showing up two times.
That's lower than the typical Estero restaurant, which scores around 82. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs stored above unwashed onions in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef portioned in plastic container store above cooked chicken wrapped with Saran Wrap in the walk in freezer. Operator moved raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - 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 raw beef cut and portioned in the walk in freezer not date marked.
02C-04-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on the interior of the ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed trash receptacle in unisex bathroom with no lid.
32-12-6
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working with food in the kitchen with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with brown sugar in bulk in use container. Operator moved scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic no handle container in the popcorn chicken in the reach in cooler. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
50
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored about un peeled onions in the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - 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 bulk soups and stocks held in the walk in freezer not date marked when held over 24 hours. **Repeat Violation**
02C-04-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on the reach in cooler next to the cook line with a build up of food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on the prep table next to where an employee was slicing meat.
40-06-5
70
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
70
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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.observed no proof of employee reporting health agreements. Emailed and gave operator copy of Employee reporting agreement DBPR FORM HR 5030-103. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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. Emailed and printed copy of Clean up of vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR FORM 5030-104 **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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/ Observed no CFM Present, 4 employees working at time of inspection.
53A-05-6
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. Observed no proof of training for any employees. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on front line next to beverage mixers not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed twist top bottle of water on prep table on cook line next to the left most make table.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table next to left most make table on the cook line.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees working with food without hair protection, employee tied hair up. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed no sanitizing solution used when washing dishes in the 3 compartment sink, educated operator on proper sanitizing steps and asked them to re wash the dishes improperly sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-13-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cases of food in the walk in freezer not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.observed no choking poster posted in the restaurant emailed and printed operator a copy of Choking Handout DBPR FORM HR 5030-105. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in 3 compartment sink with no water running, operator turned water on for proper thawing.
06-01-5
45
Mar 11, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Banh Mi & Tea Estero last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Banh Mi & Tea Estero on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Banh Mi & Tea Estero?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Banh Mi & Tea Estero.
How does Banh Mi & Tea Estero compare to other restaurants in Estero?
Banh Mi & Tea Estero most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Estero average of 82.
Has Banh Mi & Tea Estero's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Banh Mi & Tea Estero have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Banh Mi & Tea Estero means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Banh Mi & Tea Estero inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Banh Mi & Tea Estero is inspected around three times per year on average.
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