Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 20, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
Looking across the full record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Bonita Springs average 80, so Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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. Employee making ready to eat sandwich without barring gloves. Informed operator of proper procedures.
09-01-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding) and corned beef hash (59F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler held overnight per operator.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding) and corned beef hash (59F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler held overnight per operator.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by dish machine. Operator provided towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin by cook line.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on dish drying rack by dish machine. Operator moved phone. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar bin contained scoop stored in the product with the handle touching the ingredients. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
50
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored on food storage shelf. Operator removed to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry storage observed 4 lb can of tuna with a severely dented rim.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat cooked roast in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked potatoes held at 85F on cook line. Per operator potatoes prepared 4 hours prior. Educated operator on proper hot holding. Cooked potatoes held at 85F on cook line. Per operator potatoes prepared 4 hours prior. Educated operator on proper hot holding
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 12 Hard boiled peeled shelled eggs in reach in cooler at 53F. Per operator eggs were peeled day prior.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked potatoes held at 85F on cook line. Per operator potatoes prepared 4 hours prior. Educated operator on proper hot holding.
03B-01-6
Basic - Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. Lid was off can. Operator replaced lid. **Corrected On-Site**
32-01-5
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. In dry storage observed 4 lb can of tuna with a severely dented rim.
08B-20-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on dish drying rack in dish area. Operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled cardboard box. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up in prep are. Operator placed face down and ran through dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
32
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 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. Raw turkey was stored on top of whole muscle pork and whole muscle beef was stored in contact with raw turkey in the walk-in cooler. Employee rearranged to proper storage during the visit. **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A container of Clorox Wipes was stored next to the ice scoop at the ice machine. Operator moved wipes away from the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab and go cookies and pies missing address information. Operator corrected during the visit. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the dish area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on the cook line. Employee donned a hat during the visit. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
64
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher failed to wash hands after handling soiled dishes then handling clean dishes.
12A-29-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. A package of raw chicken was stored on top of whole muscle beef in the walk-in cooler. Ground beef patties were directly above whole muscle beef in the same cooler. Employee moved product to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Shell eggs were stored above a carton of milk in the kitchen refrigerator. Employee moved to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-11-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled located on the bottom shelf of a dish rack in the kitchen.
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar and flour bins contained scoops stored in the product with the handle touching the ingredients. Owner removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab and go cookies at the front table lacked required information. Owner labeled cookies during the visit. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-03-4
50
May 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 1, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Oct 13, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Observed supply container was empty. Employee changed the supply container, primed the machine and chlorine sanitizer then measured proper concentration at 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed cook cracking raw shell eggs at the grill and then handling ready to eat foods and plating food.
12A-12-4
High Priority - Multiple chemical containers observed stored commingled with food ingredients and in contact with clean stored pans. Operator moved all chemicals. Discussed designated areas to keep chemicals separate from food
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored directly above ready to eat food in the pantry refrigerator and in the walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (60F - Cold Holding); cut melon (51F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (45F - Cold Holding) in both reach-in coolers on the cook line. Cook stated items had been placed in service less than four hours prior. Discussed methods of rapid cool-down and stocking less in each cooler. Cook closed cover on one unit and began to ice down product in the other unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored on a shelf above the reach-in cooler on the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
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. Reviewed policy with Operator and provided forms. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee drinks and food unmarked and improperly stored. Discussed proper storage with Operator.
08B-49-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed "grab and go" packaged cookies on display without proper labelling. **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
Basic - Observed containers of pooled eggs, soup and potatoes stored directly on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Observed cases of sausages stored directly on the floor in the walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed large wrapped slab of beef thawing in the three compartment sink in standing water.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on the cook line.
21-12-4
27
Jun 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw ground beef in walk-in cooler. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Raw ground beef (55F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage patties (56F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from flat top. Operator stated items stored in unit overnight. Operator voluntarily discarded items during inspection. Operator contacted maintenance person to service unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Raw ground beef (55F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage patties (56F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from flat top. Operator stated items stored in unit overnight. Operator voluntarily discarded items during inspection. Operator contacted maintenance person to service unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between wall and prep table next to dishwasher. Operator removed knife. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed cookies and pies by front display for customer self service improperly labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-03-4
50
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. Observed 6 bowls of butter on tables between customers being reserved.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. Observed 6 bowls of butter on tables between customers being reserved.
07-08-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two vacuum breakers missing at outdoors mop sink.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 two expired food manager certificates.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Dishwasher utilizing chlorine sanitizer, quaternary test strips provided, no chlorine test kit available.
16-32-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with time as a public health control form.
03F-10-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages over clean dishware in dishwashing area. Operator moved drinks to separate storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cookies near front counter display made on-site for customer self service lacking proper labels.
02D-03-4
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery?
Across the inspection record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery.
How does Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery compare to other restaurants in Bonita Springs?
Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Bonita Springs average of 80.
Has Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery 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 Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dolly's Produce Patch & Eatery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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