Mediterranean Paradise
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Mediterranean Paradise eight times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 31, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
Looking across the full record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other Bonita Springs restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Operator put on gloves to prepare food for a guest without proper handwashing. **Warning**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container in hand wash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
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 a copy for operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green substance in bottle with no label in dish area. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in restroom. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab and go items have No address on packaged food items. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-03-4
47
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab and Go items in the freezer in the dining room were all missing some of the required information: product packaging date on some items, address of establishment on all items. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Discuss the need to have address. **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
95
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Operator donned gloves to prepare food for a guest without a proper handwashing first. Inspector educated Operator on glove procedures and prevented food contamination. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh mozzarella was held, wrapped in plastic, in a bowl of room-temperature water at the front counter. Operator stated they never refrigerate their fresh mozzarella and it is always held at room temperature. fresh mozzarella (75F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Loaves of bread stored uncovered in the back corner of the dining room and on the cook line. **Warning**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Per Operator, location does not have a Florida-approved program in place. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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 another copy of Agreement to Operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Chlorine sanitizer was provided during the visit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-38-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in the dish room. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab and Go items in the freezer in the dining room were all missing some of the required information: product packaging date on some items, address of establishment on all items. **Warning**
02D-03-4
33
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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 forms to Operator, who signed one during the visit. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Prosciutto and Cappiccola on menu. Explained requirements to Operator and provided Consumer Advisory form to post at counter until menus can be revised. **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided handout to Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab and Go items missing information (date, address)
02D-03-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided handout to Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
61
May 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked eggplant.
02C-04-5
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. Operator completed form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Educated operator on having self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
78
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In large silver reach-in cooler at entrance to front kitchen, raw fish and raw ground beef over ready-to-eat feta cheese. Operator rearranged cooler for proper food protection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in dishwashing area blocked with box lid, towels. Operator cleared the sink for access. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. This is a repeat violation from 8/4/2022. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In large silver reach-in cooler at entrance to front kitchen, thawed fish in reduced-oxygen packaging.
06-09-1
70
Aug 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. This is a repeat violation from 3/16/2022. Operator has purchased self closing devices and is awaiting installation. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mediterranean Paradise last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mediterranean Paradise on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mediterranean Paradise?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mediterranean Paradise.
How does Mediterranean Paradise compare to other restaurants in Bonita Springs?
Mediterranean Paradise most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Bonita Springs average of 80.
Has Mediterranean Paradise's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mediterranean Paradise have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mediterranean Paradise 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 Mediterranean Paradise inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mediterranean Paradise is inspected around two times per year on average.
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