Casa D Italia

11861 Palm Beach Blvd Unit 101, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Italian
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Casa D Italia, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 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 six violations each.

Looking across the full record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Fort Myers facility scores 80, putting Casa D Italia on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid. Operator stated it is bleach.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels unable to be dispensed at battery operated dispenser next to commercial ice machine.
31B-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs in either bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed brown coffee filters under iced tea urn uncovered. Operator covered filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
74
May 15, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6. Observed Moscow mule mugs behind bar without a stainless steel insert. Operator removed mugs from rotation. **Corrected On-Site**
14-02-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle stored on top of bread warmer in kitchen. Operator removed spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelf liner soiled holding clean glassware with glass lip touching soiled surface behind bar. Operator removed liner and ran all glassware through dishwasher. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chemical bottle sitting in hand washing sink at end of dish table. Operator removed from hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin inside kitchen ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal scoop with no handle stored inside bulk flour in dry storage.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed left side of hood vents with heavy buildup.
36-34-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed in use sanitizer bucket stored on floor of cook's line. Operator moved bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
45
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with Lear liquid. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed employee sealed beverage stored in ice bin. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-14-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf next to three compartment sink.
24-08-4
82
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 12/01/2024. Operator left message for accountant. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink behind bar had no hot running water. Operator turned on hot water. Verified water temp 103F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
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. Operator could not locate forms during inspection. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
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. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of meatballs on floor under shelf in walk-in cooler. Operator moved case to tray off floor during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line at soda gun behind bar. **Warning**
29-17-4
58
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container inside hand washing sink at end of cook's line. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink behind bar. Operator refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine bin. Operator cleaned bin and sanitized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic ramekin used to scoop dry seasoning on seasonings shelf. Operator removed from seasoning. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not secured by soda syrup rack. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on wire rack next to three compartment sink.
24-08-4
67
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored over raw shrimp in walk-in cooler. Operator moved steak to over raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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 with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not secured by soda syrup in rear of kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk container of yellow flour unlabeled under prep table next to two compartment sink.
02D-01-5
64
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator printed poster and hung during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean containers with old labels on wire shelf next to three compartment sink.
16-46-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water by bread warmer. Operator placed in sanitized solution. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Casa D Italia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Casa D Italia on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Casa D Italia?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Casa D Italia.

How does Casa D Italia compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Casa D Italia most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Casa D Italia's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Casa D Italia have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Casa D Italia 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 Casa D Italia inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Casa D Italia is inspected around two times per year on average.