Mamma Anna
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
82
Score
Mamma Anna appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to seven violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to the broader Estero restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line. The operator placed soap at handwashing sink on cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04:
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
82
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken over raw shrimp and raw scallops in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The cook stated he was going to move the raw chicken below the raw shrimp and raw scallops. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-20-5
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. The manager stated a new dishwashing machine is arriving 2/25/2026. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. The operator placed paper towels in paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line. The operator placed soap at handwashing sink on cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
37
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in the kitchen, the operator refilled dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with food debris like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed plates stored next to hand wash sink in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
24-27-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area with grease/ food debris **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
74
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink on cookline, operator replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown like substance in interior bin of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food residue on reach in freezer and walk in cooler handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with food debris like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed plates stored next to hand wash sink in the kitchen.
24-27-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn on reach in cooler on the pizza line.
14-11-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light cover missing on fluorescent light near cookline.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed white dust like substance on walk in fan guards, and reach in cooler gaskets soiled on cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area with grease/ food debris **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
58
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 unlabeled bottle of blue colored liquid at the dining room set up station.
41-17-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on walk in cooler door and inside door frame. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with food debris like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle in ladies rest room. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed unlidded cup of water on prep table across from the cook-line. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light cover missing on fluorescent lighting above the cook line area. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area with grease/ food debris.
36-27-5
58
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
47
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee bread veal, leave prep area go to walk in refrigerator open door get 1 egg, then proceed to hand wash sink to rinse off their hands. Educated employee on proper glove usage. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on walk in refrigerator door. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle in ladies room.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on door gaskets on walk in refrigerator door. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in refrigerator shelves have rust on them. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handles in the breadcrumbs. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
61
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart blocking hand wash sink at cook line. Educated operator on importance of keeping hand wash sink unblocked. Operator removed cart. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line and men's restroom. Educated operator on importance of having paper towels. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and precooked fish not date marked in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front counter.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salt/sugar.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks and food preparers in back kitchen.
13-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cooking oil bottle and salt/sugar containers.
02D-01-5
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mamma Anna last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mamma Anna on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mamma Anna?
Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mamma Anna.
How does Mamma Anna compare to other restaurants in Estero?
Mamma Anna most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Estero average of 82.
Has Mamma Anna's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mamma Anna have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mamma Anna 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 Mamma Anna inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mamma Anna is inspected around three times per year on average.
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