Chicago Baked Pizzeria
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Chicago Baked Pizzeria has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 18, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Among Fort Myers restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid by beverage reach in cooler across from kitchen. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing pizza while wearing a watch on cook line. Employee removed watch. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk sugar next to beverage area. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked plastic beverage cups wet nesting next to soda dispenser.
24-08-4
78
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2-#10 cans of Full Red Extra Heavy Tomato Purée with large dents on seam and rims of cans. Operator removed from circulation. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment is open, operating and serving the public with expire licensing 12/01/2024. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink next to three compartment sink has a small circular fan placed in it. Operator removed fan. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid inside hanging from shelves across from three compartment sink. Operator labeled spray bottles during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
61
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2025. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of windex stored on prep table. Operator removed spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed towel inside hand washing sink. Operator removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink across from cook's line. Operator refilled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee on cook's line preparing food while wearing bracelets. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk flour container unlabeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
55
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
64
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Apr 21, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 9 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees. Observed pizza sauce 72F(Cold holding ) on the front counter of the restaurant.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pizza sauce 72F(Cold holding ) on the front counter of the restaurant.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed a cook handle cooked French fries with no gloves.
09-01-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed a drain line into the hand wash sink by the fryer. Operator removed the drain line. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on the blade of the can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a employee fill a water pitcher at the hand wash sink by the fryer.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed chlorine dish machine and the operator has quaternary test strips.
16-32-5
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 certified food manager on duty and there are two servers and two cooks. Henry Gonzales certified food manager arrived before the end of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink by the fryer. Operator supplied the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer for the location.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the hand wash sink by Freyr.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at 85 F degrees after being ran for five minutes at the hand wash sink in the first uni sex bathroom in the hall way.
27-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking pipe at the hand wash sink by the back door.
29-11-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the pizza reach in cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed dirty floors by the back door of the restaurant.
36-01-4
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 above the prep area across from the hand wash sink on the main line.
40-06-5
21
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2022. Operator went online and brought current during inspection. Now shows as current in inspection app. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of bleach hanging on wire shelf next to clean plateware. Operator removed bottle from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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 - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over fryer with buildup of grease.
23-03-4
55
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicago Baked Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicago Baked Pizzeria on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicago Baked Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chicago Baked Pizzeria.
How does Chicago Baked Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Chicago Baked Pizzeria most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Chicago Baked Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chicago Baked Pizzeria have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chicago Baked Pizzeria means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Chicago Baked Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chicago Baked Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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