Express Food King
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
4
Score
Express Food King appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. Express Food King was last inspected on Sep 30, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to 35 violations per visit.
By comparison, the average Fort Myers facility scores 80, putting Express Food King on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
9
Critical latest
14
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 14 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 35 violations
High Priority - Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without cold holding the food at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below after the food has cooled. Observed Cooked Chorizo 72F. **Warning**
03A-28-5
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed hand washing procedure as follows: operator poured some water on my hands, put soap on my hands, then poured water on my hands to rinse. **Warning**
12A-19-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed Observed the following in reach in chest freezer, being used as a refrigerator, that was not on. Milk (expired 09282025) 64F; Cooked Rice with Stewed Tomatoes 78F; Shredded blended cheese melted 75F; White sliced Mexican cheese in a Togo, non food grade bag 62F; Cooked down onions into juice with seasoning 57F; Cooked Chorizo 72F; House made verde 74F; Observed at make station - Cut lettuce 82F; Cut Limes 79F; Cut Fresh Cilantro 82F. With no date marking on when it was prepped. **Warning**
01B-17-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in reach in chest freezer, being used as a refrigerator, that was not on. Milk (expired 09282025) 64F; Cooked Rice with Stewed Tomatoes 78F; Shredded blended cheese melted 75F; White sliced Mexican cheese in a Togo, non food grade bag 62F; Cooked down onions into juice with seasoning 57F; Cooked Chorizo 72F; House made verde 74F; Observed at make station - Cut lettuce 82F; Cut Limes 79F; Cut Fresh Cilantro 82F. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following in reach in chest freezer, being used as a refrigerator, that was not on. Milk (expired 09282025) 64F; Cooked Rice with Stewed Tomatoes 78F; Shredded blended cheese melted 75F; White sliced Mexican cheese in a Togo, non food grade bag 62F; Cooked down onions into juice with seasoning 57F; Cooked Chorizo 72F; House made verde 74F; Observed at make station - Cut lettuce 82F; Cut Limes 79F; Cut Fresh Cilantro 82F. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle using a commissary that does not have sewer approval. **Warning**
28-20-4
High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. **Warning**
28-29-5
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed rice with sausage with mold growing on top of produce 77F **Warning**
01B-07-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Had to ask for soap **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards with food stains on board. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blocked handwashing sink with cleaning product and boxes **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed neither employees certified as a certified food manager. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Disposing liquid waste at non approved location. **Warning**
28-09-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. No hot water on truck **Warning**
27-06-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Had to ask for paper towels. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no thermometers on truck. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - No running water at three-compartment sink. Observed no water at 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
27-09-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed expired milk with no date marking on when it was opened. Milk (expired 09282025) 64F. **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 employees working since at least June 2025 **Warning**
53A-04-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Observed frozen shrimp at 38F **Warning**
03A-05-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed Mexican cheese in a Togo bag not labeled as to what it is. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers not stored upside down for protection. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed door propped open. With no self closure. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food on cutting knives, put away clean. **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometers on truck. **Warning**
05-09-4
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 a portion cup without a handle in verde sauce, sinking. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed hair pulled back, with out hat, visor, or hair net. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a portion cup without handle sinking in verde sauce. Had to use my thermometer to get it out. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. **Warning**
29-38-4
4
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed old license number on outside 4651140.
50-04-4
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Decal was in a folder inside truck. Operator stated he will put new decal in window. **Corrective Action Taken**
50-03-4
82
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Express Food King last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Express Food King on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
How does Express Food King compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Express Food King most recently scored 4 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Express Food King's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Express Food King have averaged around 35 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Express Food King 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 Express Food King inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Express Food King is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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