Capones Coal Fired Pizza
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Capones Coal Fired Pizza has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 11, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open talon of milk not date marked at bar. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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. Observed no written procedure. Emailed operator the written procedure and printed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple ice cubes at wait station handwash sink. Educated the operator of strictly using the handwash sink for handwashing. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table next to ware washing area. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup in the interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple vertical ceiling tiles missing at ware washing area.
36-36-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking sign posted. Emailed operator the form which was posted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at ware washing area and Walk in Cooler.
36-02-5
50
May 28, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shelled eggs in container above the raw shrimp in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the Shelled Eggs beside the raw shrimp and raw chicken in walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented/rusted can under the can storage rack. The manager they were sending that can back to retailer. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in prep station being used as a dump sink. The manager spoke to personal about only utilizing handwashing sink for handwashing only. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. The manager placed paper towels in paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up grease under cooking unit on cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. The manager changed out sanitizer bucket during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor on cook line. The manager doubled bucketed the quaternary sanitizer bucket during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
45
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
86
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator discarded drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
95
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed wings (59F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager discarded container of wings. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand washing as a dump sink in bar area.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of chicken on floor in walk-in cooler.
08B-38-4
67
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
82
Apr 25, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawer under stove : shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); chicken (52F - Cold Holding). Operator began placing some items in ice and moved other to a different cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. Operator cleaned item. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in kitchen area.
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored directly on the floor. Operator began utilizing the double bucket method. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Capones Coal Fired Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Capones Coal Fired Pizza on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Capones Coal Fired Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Capones Coal Fired Pizza.
How does Capones Coal Fired Pizza compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Capones Coal Fired Pizza most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Capones Coal Fired Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Capones Coal Fired Pizza have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Capones Coal Fired Pizza 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 Capones Coal Fired Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Capones Coal Fired Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.
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