Country Roads Bistro

1344 Homestead Rd N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936

American

Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show six inspections at Country Roads Bistro stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 2, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling not smooth”, showing up three times.

Compared to other Lehigh Acres restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 2, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 3, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 14, 2023

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tile in kitchen and back prep area. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice in soda station at service area. Operator removed ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-08-5

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer on glass front reach in cooler.

05-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris/ black mold like substance on walk in cooler door.

23-03-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust.

14-17-4

Jul 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed fish stored above raw ready to eat vegetables in walk in cooler, operator moved fish to different shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed to paper towels at hand wash sink next to coffee maker. Operator placed paper towels in dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tile in kitchen above cookline. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth towel under cutting board in prep ares of kitchen, instructed operator that they could use a dry towel but not a wet towel due to possible transference of bacteria. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Feb 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sauteed onions 50F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed on ice. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing bowl at hand wash sink in back food prep area.

31A-11-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**

10-20-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated on smooth ceiling tiles. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Sep 19, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Country Roads Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Country Roads Bistro on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Country Roads Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Country Roads Bistro.

How does Country Roads Bistro compare to other restaurants in Lehigh Acres?

Country Roads Bistro most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Lehigh Acres average of 78.

Has Country Roads Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Country Roads Bistro have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Country Roads Bistro 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 Country Roads Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Country Roads Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.

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