Chick-Fil-A of Estero

21900 S Tamiami Trl, Estero, FL 33928

American

Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at Chick-Fil-A of Estero, the earliest from 2022. Chick-Fil-A of Estero was last inspected on Mar 20, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Estero restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 20, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Observed employee use restroom then return to work without washing his hands. Spoke with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-11-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in walk in freezer soiled.

36-73-4

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 pitcher handle in contact with sugar in the bulk use bin next to the ice machine on the front line.

10-01-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed equipment door handles on stand up reach in cooler in the fry station with food debris.

23-24-4

Oct 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed no backflow preventer on mop sink.

29-38-4

Jul 22, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

May 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**

51-16-7

Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.

51-09-4

Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.

51-15-4

Sep 30, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on stand up cooler like in the fryer/ chicken breading area soiled with food residue.

23-24-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on walk in cooler shelves, and black like substance on reach in cooler door gaskets on the front service line near tea dispensers.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on reach in cooler shelving at the front counter area near pick up window.

14-33-4

May 1, 2024

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Nov 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee leave salad station to place salad n reach in cooler, no glove change or hand washing observed upon returning to station, educated employee on proper glove usage. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-09-4

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 - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.

33-16-4

Jul 11, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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.

11-27-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Nov 30, 2022

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing watches and bracelets.

13-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed breading mix stored on floor. Operator moved Box to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on door handle

10-20-4

Basic - Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed dust like buildup on wire shelves in dry storage area and above soda boxes

36-52-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chick-Fil-A of Estero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chick-Fil-A of Estero on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chick-Fil-A of Estero?

Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chick-Fil-A of Estero.

How does Chick-Fil-A of Estero compare to other restaurants in Estero?

Chick-Fil-A of Estero most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Estero average of 82.

Has Chick-Fil-A of Estero's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chick-Fil-A of Estero have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chick-Fil-A of Estero 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 Chick-Fil-A of Estero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chick-Fil-A of Estero is inspected around three times per year on average.

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