Jason's Deli
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
78
Score
Jason's Deli appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 11, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Jason's Deli's latest score is in line with the Fort Myers average of 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steamer; cooked potatoes soup (126F - Hot Holding). Per operator stored on steamer for one hour. Operator started stirring and reheating the soup. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean ice bucket not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at front line.
13-03-4
78
Nov 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents soiled with mold-like substance throughout front prep area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
14-09-4
90
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine, decal expires 12/1/2024.
50-01-4
95
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 00ppm, not at proper minimum strength. Operator fixed dishmachine at time of Inspection; dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Top side reach-in cooler at cook line; sliced cheese (56F - Cold Holding). Per operator sliced cheese stored on reach-in cooler for 30 minutes. Operator removed sliced cheese inside of the reach-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach-in cooler door broken near by steam table at prep line.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
23-03-4
61
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled dishmachine area. Operator voluntarily discarded spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled near by self serving soda machine. Operator labeled the container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Garbage enclosure area in disrepair. Dumpster rusted and broken from bottom.
33-24-4
70
Aug 13, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sternos stored over ice tea bottles. Operator removed sternos to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Scoop handle in contact with sugar at dry storage. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar removed from original container not labeled at dry storage. Operator labeled the sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
May 22, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at food prep area next to snack storage. Operator fixed paper towel dispenser at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing bracelet while preparing food at prep area near by ice machine. Discussed with operator procedure of food prep. Employee removed bracelet. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Some of nozzles surrounding soiled with mold-like substance at self-serving soda machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Scoop handle in contact with cooked quinoa at walk-in cooler. Operator removed scoop and voluntarily discarded quinoa. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service coffee filters stored behind coffee machine at self serving drink area by the buffet. Operator removed and voluntarily discarded coffee filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
74
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
43
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Four cans of sliced olives with severely dented rims and seams in back storage area.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance inside ice chute of self serve soda dispenser
22-02-4
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. Provided the operator with Employee Health Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 and they were completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee preparing food on cooks line without a hair restraint. Operator provided employee with a hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Underside of storage shelves above food prep table have food debris.
23-03-4
64
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter (50 F - Cold Holding) in prep line refrigerator. Per operator butter has been out for approximately 30 minutes. Operator put lids on items to cool rapidly. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker needed on mop sink faucet splitter with hose.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Training provided for 35. Training needed for 5 employees hired over 60 days
53B-13-5
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons at ice cream machine are not inverted so only the handles are touched.
25-02-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jason's Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jason's Deli on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jason's Deli?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” 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 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Jason's Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jason's Deli have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent 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 four times per year on average.
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