Fatto a Mano
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
61
Score
Across the available record, Fatto a Mano has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Fatto a Mano was last inspected on Jan 7, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “ready-to-eat” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Fatto a Mano's latest score of 61 falls below the North Fort Myers average of 88. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands several times for less than 10 seconds. Discussed proper hand washing procedures with employee. Observed employee wash hands for over 15 seconds. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-17-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked sliced sausage prepared yesterday in reach in cooler no date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off to hand washing sink at front counter in dining room.
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in kitchen area and over front counter in dining room. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
61
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink at front counter.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ready to eat tuna salad in reach in cooler on cooks line prepared yesterday, no date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of grease and soil residue on several door handles in kitchen area.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water staining on ceiling tiles in kitchen dry storage area.
36-32-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on pizza oven handle. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
70
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed minced garlic in oil by soda station at 47F. Operator replaced fresh ice in holding pan. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server pick up dirty utensils and used bread board bring to dish area, the pick up plates food without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with Operator.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in hand washing sink by front counter. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Yajaira Escorcia has been employed over 60 days.
53B-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook on cook's line preparing food with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter by soda station not stored in sanitizer.
21-12-4
55
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with clear liquid unlabeled at front service counter. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go soufflé cups used to dispense crumbled cheeses at salad station. Operator removed from cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic beverage cups stacked wet nesting next to soda fountain.
24-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed spray bottles marked bleach at 0ppm bleach. Operator added bleach and now reads 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
78
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands for less than 10 seconds before returning to cook's line. Discussed proper handwashing practices with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink by front counter has hot water shut off. Other hand washing sinks are fully functional.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared mushroom stuffing unlabeled or date marked in reach in cooler on cook's line.
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license is current in system.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while cooking on cook's line.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food in prep area without a hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from handle of pizza oven. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exit door is not self closing.
35B-03-4
55
Aug 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
90
Aug 22, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not secured by soda syrup rack.
51-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand washing sign missing in woman's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Toilet leaking. Observed men's restroom toilet leaks when flushed.
29-02-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fatto a Mano last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fatto a Mano on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fatto a Mano?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fatto a Mano.
How does Fatto a Mano compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Fatto a Mano most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 88.
Has Fatto a Mano's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fatto a Mano have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Fatto a Mano 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 Fatto a Mano inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fatto a Mano is inspected around two times per year on average.
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