Michela's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
100
Score
Michela's Pizzeria appears in inspection records 17 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “ceiling not smooth” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
Among Fort Myers restaurants, the typical score is 80; Michela's Pizzeria is comfortably above that bar. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
17
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw shrimp stored over peppers. Operator removed raw shrimp bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored over prep area. Operator removed the medicine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near dry storage. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Single-service food cups improperly stored on floor near prep area. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored with can jalapeños at dry storage. Operator removed the bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil container stored on floor near prep area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tong stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line. Operator removed the tong. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit at prep area. Operator removed the utensils, discarded water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
33
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw shrimp stored over raw chopped onions. Operator moved raw shrimp bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator extended dinning area and increased seating. Provided operator HR-7005 form and seating change evaluation form. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator raw/ undercooked oysters consumer advisory and operator posted at front counter at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02A-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Warning**
51-15-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water case and oil container stored on floor at prep area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
58
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over yogurt. Operator removed raw shell eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at prep area. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottles case stored on floor near by front counter.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen raw chicken thawing in standing water. Operator placed frozen raw chicken under cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
61
Jun 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap around sides of exterior tear fire door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area.
36-27-5
90
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4 dented cans of Chile Verde. Operator segregated cans for refund from supplier. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle by back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile as missing in women's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
67
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Multiple ceiling tiles shows damage near by kitchen exit door.
36-32-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
86
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sealing machines stored in front of hand wash sink by coffee station. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is utilizing a cook chill process or sous vide packaging and cooking for multiple food items, including black beans, pinto beans, mojo de ojo, white queso, Tex-mex ground beef, enchilada sauce, chicken breast. Establishment is utilizing cook chill process for beans, queso sauce and marinades. and sous vide packaging and cooking for meat products that are transported to satellite locations.**Admin Complaint** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03G-50-1
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. **Warning**
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
67
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4 dented cans of Chile Verde. Operator segregated cans for refund from supplier. **Warning**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle by back door. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile as missing in women's restroom. **Warning**
36-36-4
67
Feb 7, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory for undercooked egg. Provided operator DBPR form HR 5030-81. Operator posted on wall by front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution, sanitizer bucket (Chlorine 200ppm+) not proper. Operator diluted sanitizing bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed kitchen ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.
36-37-5
82
Dec 13, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Two hose bibbs by triple sink no vacuum breaker. Under hood system one hose bibb no vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors at back of kitchen.
35B-03-4
78
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Establishment is utilizing a cook chill process with an extended shelf life. For questions regarding special processes and to submit a haccp plan please email:A DHR.Specialprocess@myfloridalicense.com
03G-46-1
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is utilizing a cook chill process with an extended shelf life. For questions regarding special processes and to submit a haccp plan please email: A DHR.Specialprocess@myfloridalicense.com
03G-50-1
82
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
90
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in kitchen area are not smooth, easily cleanable. Repeat 11/01/2022 **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. A scoop with no handle in the yeast. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
90
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 1, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some ceiling tiles not smooth, easily cleanable and non absorbent. Operator is in the process of changing out ceiling tiles. Discussed the importance of replacing ceiling tiles with smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable
36-37-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Michela's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Michela's Pizzeria on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Michela's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Michela's Pizzeria.
How does Michela's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Michela's Pizzeria most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Michela's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Michela's Pizzeria have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Michela's Pizzeria 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 Michela's Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Michela's Pizzeria is inspected around five times per year on average.
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