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Bonito Bistro

4450 Bonita Beach Rd Sw Ste 10, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
French
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Bonito Bistro has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 17, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Bonita Springs restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up triple sink for proper sanitization. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw ahi tuna not identified as raw on menu. Operator corrected all menus. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with light yellow substance not labeled at bar. Operator labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar. Operator secured tank during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
64
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Package of tuna in walk-in cooler was thawing and not cut open. Product was still partially frozen. Advised Operator to cut open and remove from package prior to thaw. Tuna was removed from packaging and placed back in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tank behind the bar not adequately secured. Operator secured tank during the visit.
51-11-4
90
May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) after running three times and priming. Operator set up manual sanitation in three compartment sink, quaternary 300ppm, and called technician. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On speed rack in kitchen, cooked potatoes (71F - Hot Holding) for two hours per operator. Operator voluntarily discarded foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside back door of kitchen. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands in bar area, hot water tap. **Warning**
27-19-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon per operator served raw not marked as raw. **Warning**
02B-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**
53B-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line utensils in standing water 83F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents and surrounding tiles soiled with accumulation of dust in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
43

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bonito Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bonito Bistro on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bonito Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bonito Bistro.

How does Bonito Bistro compare to other restaurants in Bonita Springs?

Bonito Bistro most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Bonita Springs average of 80.

Has Bonito Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bonito Bistro have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bonito Bistro means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Bonito Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bonito Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.

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