Jason's Deli
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
100
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Jason's Deli stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Myers restaurant scores 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator primed sanitizer and called technician. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 5lb can of roasted peppers dented. Operator discarded can. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in water temperature of 120F. Educated operator on maintaining water temperature at 135F or above. Operator removed water. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust on outside of reach cooler compressor vent. **Warning**
23-03-4
61
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method. In walk-in cooler, cooked pasta salad, cooked potatoes salad cooling in large, densely packed covered plastic container. Operator spread out thin, loosely covered and returned to cooler to facilitate rapid cooling. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-15-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops in standing water 95F in pasta station at front counter. Operator replaced with water 179F. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm quaternary sanitizer in bucket at front of cook line. Operator replaced with quaternary 150ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
82
Apr 1, 2025
Complaint Partial
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), after running and priming three times observed chlorine 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream machine: vanilla ice cream mix with dairy (48F - Cold Holding) for three hours per operator. Operator set alarm to check temperature.
03A-02-5
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. Belkis, Emelia, Lazaro, no proof of training, hired more than 60 days.
53B-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers outside office. Operator separated to allow air drying. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 75ppm) at entrance to cook line. Operator discarded bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the chute of the ice machine/bin in customer self service area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Clean dish shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in dishwashing area.
14-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line.
14-09-4
52
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At self service ice cream machine, vanilla ice cream base containing dairy (68F - Cold Holding); chocolate ice cream base containing dairy (45F - Cold Holding) for twenty minutes per operator. Operator turned on cooling part of machine and removed handles for service. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) after running and priming three times. Operator replaced bucket, reprimed and rewashed dish ware, chlorine 25ppm at 120+F. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
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. Natalie, Carla, Lianet, Victoria, Belkis, Mathew no proof of current training, employed more 60 days no current training.
53B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Both ice chutes on customer self service soda machine soiled with mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on rack next to office near dishwashing area.
24-08-4
58
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. On storage shelf, one number 10 can of Giant White Beans was observed with a deep dent in the rim of the can.
01B-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute at self serve dispenser has a slight mold like substance on the inside.
22-20-5
82
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee loading dishes into the dish machine with bare hands and then without hand washing, unloaded the clean and sanitized dishes from the machine. Educated operator and observed proper hand washing.. discussed proper hand washing with operator **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Large dumpster on right hand side is rusted through at the bottom
33-12-4
82
Sep 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pot pie (115F - Hot Holding) for less than 30 minutes per operator. Operator reheated pot pie (200F - Reheating). **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with jewelry on wrist.
13-07-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jason's Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jason's Deli on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jason's Deli?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jason's Deli.
How does Jason's Deli compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Jason's Deli most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Jason's Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Jason's Deli have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Jason's Deli 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 Jason's Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jason's Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.
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