Compass One

8501 Williams Rd, Estero, FL 33928
American
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Compass One has been inspected 15 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Estero restaurant scores 82. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

15
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer on front cook line not operational.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on rear prep line soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
90
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets on reach in cooler soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water pipe on hand wash sink on the front cook line leaking water onto the floor.
29-03-4
90
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 1 ceiling tile missing in the dry storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled on the cook line/ front buffet area.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of up of food debris on reach in cooler door and gaskets on the buffet station.
23-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on reach in freezer door handle and door.
23-24-4
82
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves on the back cookline area rusted.
14-33-4
95
Oct 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing Dish machine not sanitizing properly high temperature sanitizing dish machine only reaching 142F, operator has 3 compartment sink set up and is sanitizing dish ware in 3 compartment sink, operator stated that dish machine in the process of being repaired at time of inspection. 3 compartment sink set up quaternary solution at 400ppm. At 120 F **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: Observed parts are in for the dishwasher repair however due to Hurricane Helene repair person was unable to complete the repairs. 3 compartment sink is set up and quaternary sanitizer solution is at 175ppm. **Time Extended**
22-49-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed build up of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets. In the front service area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: Observed gaskets need to be replaced. **Time Extended**
23-01-4
82
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing Dish machine not sanitizing properly high temperature sanitizing dish machine only reaching 142F, operator has 3 compartment sink set up and is sanitizing dish ware in 3 compartment sink, operator stated that dish machine in the process of being repaired at time of inspection. 3 compartment sink set up quaternary solution at 400ppm. At 120 F **Warning**
22-49-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed build up of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets. In the front service area.
23-01-4
82
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
86
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle of water on shelf above prep area. Operator discarded bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in gelato cooler, self service area left of buffet. Operator placed thermometer in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on gaskets on walk in and reach in coolers, and dust buildup on fan guards in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on pans on storage rack. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
82
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed storage containers not completely air dried before stacking in ware washing station.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 35# container of fryer grease on the floor next to hand wash sink on the front line.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets on back cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels not completely removed from clean containers on storage rack.
16-46-4
82
May 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on water filters indicating when they were last changed.
29-28-4
90
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed rusty back flow preventer on dish washer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food residue on reach in refrigerator door on back line by oven. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: Observed refrigerator off and not being used.**Time Extended** **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vent in chemical storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
86
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no presence of current food handler training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a buildup of dust like substance on ceiling vent in chemical storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
86
Nov 30, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee wrapping apples put gloves on without washing hands first. The apples were not for the Highly Susceptible population.. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above burger patties on front cook-line during set up and cooking. Operator moved chicken to cook. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-24-5
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. Observed no presence of current food handler training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Chef stated he is in the process of getting his Training . **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a buildup of dust like substance on ceiling vent in chemical storage area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook in wrap station wearing a bracelet. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers to the right of the dishwasher not properly air dried, moisture between pans. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs under grill on reach in cooler on front serving line **Warning**
10-02-4
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Compass One last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Compass One on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Compass One?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Compass One.

How does Compass One compare to other restaurants in Estero?

Compass One most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Estero average of 82.

Has Compass One's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Compass One have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Compass One 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 Compass One inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Compass One is inspected around five times per year on average.